Portsmouth International at Pease Airport

KPSM / PSM

Portsmouth, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
19:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
9 kt
250°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPSM 041955Z 25009KT 10SM CLR 10/M02 A3016 RMK AO2A SLP217 T01001023
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (100 ft)
Pressure Alt
-133 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -709 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPSM 041720Z 0418/0518 VRB04KT P6SM SKC FM051500 05005KT P6SM BKN021
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSM
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
11,321 ft 150 ft PEM 149°
0.0 kt 9.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPSM

4,567 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
11.8%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
4.9%

Portsmouth International at Pease Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 16.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
4.6%
E
3.2%
SE
5.7%
S
7.1%
SW
13.2%
W
27.1%
NW
13%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.1°C
Range: -18°C to 30°C
-18°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,567 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Portsmouth International at Pease Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPSM
IATA Code: PSM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 100 ft MSL

Location

City: Portsmouth
Country: US
Latitude: 43.077900°
Longitude: -70.823303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 11,321 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Portsmouth International at Pease Airport

Overview

Portsmouth International at Pease Airport serves the New Hampshire seacoast region as a strategic medium-sized airport located near Portsmouth. Situated at 100 feet mean sea level with coordinates 43.077900, -70.823303, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, military, and general aviation operations in northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPSM demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 75.5% of observations. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 7.6 knots, with temperature ranges from -14°C to 30°C. Annual visibility typically remains excellent at 9.1 statute miles, though occasional reduced conditions occur, with 3.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's primary runway 16/34 offers an extensive 11,321-foot surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Wind data indicates 100% runway favorability, with an average crosswind of just 5.3 knots. Calm wind conditions are present in 17.1% of observations, which contributes to predictable flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations suggest September, November, and December offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for pilots. With prevailing westerly winds and a long runway, most approach and departure operations should find comfortable operational parameters. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions during approximately 24.5% of observations, which include IFR and LIFR classifications.

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.