Worcester Regional Airport

KORH / ORH

Worcester, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
09:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
210°
10 SM
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KORH 220954Z AUTO 21008KT 10SM OVC044 02/M01 A3015 RMK AO2 SLP216 T00171011 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,009 ft
OVC 4,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,409 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Worcester Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,009 ft)
Pressure Alt
777 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -541 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KORH 220520Z 2206/2306 21009KT P6SM BKN110 FM221000 19008KT P6SM VCSH SCT040 OVC080 FM221900 19010G21KT P6SM OVC020 FM230000 18006KT P6SM OVC008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 11,000 ft
19:00Z FM221900
+9h
MVFR 190° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ORH
11
29 ✈️
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 93°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 138°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KORH

6,309 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
8%

Worcester Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 101 knots. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 101 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.5%
NE
10.2%
E
6.5%
SE
2.1%
S
7.5%
SW
20%
W
29.7%
NW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.8°C
Range: -20°C to 28°C
-20°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.1%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,309 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Worcester Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KORH
IATA Code: ORH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,009 ft MSL

Location

City: Worcester
Country: US
Latitude: 42.267300°
Longitude: -71.875702°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Worcester Regional Airport

Overview

Worcester Regional Airport serves central Massachusetts as a medium-sized airport located in Worcester at 1,009 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 42.267300, -71.875702, the airport provides aviation services for the greater Worcester metropolitan region. Its two asphalt runways—11/29 at 7,000 feet and 15/33 at 5,000 feet—support various general aviation and commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Worcester Regional demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 73.6% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 9.4 knots, with potential gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 26°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that could impact aircraft performance.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation at 1,009 feet MSL places it in a moderately elevated terrain environment. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.5 knots for runway 11/29 and 7.2 knots for runway 15/33. Visibility typically averages 9.1 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods affecting approximately 3.9% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with IFR and LIFR conditions combining to represent approximately 14.7% of observed weather patterns. Calm wind conditions occur in 3.5% of observations, suggesting generally stable wind environments for approach and departure.

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

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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.