Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

KMHT / MHT

Manchester, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
7 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMHT 041853Z 20007KT 10SM CLR 09/00 A3017 RMK AO2 SLP232 T00890000
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (266 ft)
Pressure Alt
4 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -652 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMHT 041720Z 0418/0518 00000KT P6SM SKC FM051400 VRB03KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MHT
06
24 ✈️
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,850 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
17/35 9,250 ft 150 ft ASP 157°
5.1 kt 4.8 kt
43° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMHT

4,617 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.9%
MVFR
12.8%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
3%

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 26.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
16%
NE
2.7%
E
1.6%
SE
5.7%
S
11.5%
SW
6.5%
W
12.1%
NW
17.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -23°C to 29°C
-23°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September November February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,617 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMHT
IATA Code: MHT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Manchester
Country: US
Latitude: 42.932598°
Longitude: -71.435699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,850 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 9,250 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

Overview

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport serves as a key medium-sized airport located in southern New Hampshire, strategically positioned to support regional air transportation. The airport's elevation of 266 feet MSL and coordinates at 42.932598, -71.435699 make it an accessible facility for various aviation operations in the greater Boston metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMHT demonstrate predominantly favorable flying weather, with 75.6% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds typically originate from the northwest at an average of 7.8 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 34 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -19°C to 29°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,850 feet and Runway 17/35 at 9,250 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 06/24 experiencing an average crosswind of 5.9 knots and Runway 17/35 showing a slightly lower average crosswind of 4.4 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions with good visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles. Low visibility and instrument conditions occur in a minority of observations, with only 5.1% of reports showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 1.9% experiencing fog. The airport's consistent wind patterns and dual runway configuration provide multiple favorable approach options for most wind conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.