Harrisburg International Airport

KMDT / MDT

Harrisburg, US

Last Updated
Apr 19, 00:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
00:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
13 kt
130°
10 SM
Visibility
12,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMDT 190056Z 13013KT 10SM BKN120 OVC250 18/13 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP100 T01780133

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 310 ft
BKN 12,000 ft AGL
OVC 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,310 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,310 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Harrisburg International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 13 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 19 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (310 ft)
Pressure Alt
408 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 842 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMDT 182340Z 1900/1924 13016G22KT 6SM -SHRA OVC070 FM190200 13010KT 6SM -SHRA OVC070 FM190300 12005KT 6SM -SHRA BR OVC040 WS020/18040KT FM190700 07004KT 5SM -SHRA OVC015 FM191000 31019G25KT 6SM -SHRA OVC025 FM191500 31017G25KT P6SM BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 16 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
02:00Z FM190200
+1h
VFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
03:00Z FM190300
+2h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
07:00Z FM190700
+6h
MVFR 70° 4 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MDT
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
10,001 ft 200 ft ASP 116°
13.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMDT

5,981 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.9%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
4.4%

Harrisburg International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 21.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
2.9%
E
10%
SE
15.3%
S
5.7%
SW
3.3%
W
12.1%
NW
22.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -17°C to 31°C
-17°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

October January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,981 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Harrisburg International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMDT
IATA Code: MDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 310 ft MSL

Location

City: Harrisburg
Country: US
Latitude: 40.193501°
Longitude: -76.763397°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 10,001 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Harrisburg International Airport

Overview

Harrisburg International Airport (KMDT) serves the Harrisburg metropolitan area in Pennsylvania, situated at an elevation of 310 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with a single primary runway 13/31, which measures 10,001 feet in length with an asphalt surface. Its strategic location and substantial runway provide flexible operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMDT demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 77.8% of the time. The airport experiences moderate temperature variations, ranging from -13°C to 31°C, with an average temperature of 7.5°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315 degrees, averaging 8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 22% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 33 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning offers consistent wind alignment, with runway 13/31 experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Average crosswind components remain minimal at 3 knots, enhancing landing and takeoff predictability. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 9 statute miles, with limited instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring only 2.6% of the time).

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying presents optimal conditions during October, September, and January, characterized by high VFR probability. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, with Marginal VFR occurring 13.6% of the time and Instrument Flight Rules developing in 5.6% of observations. Fog appears infrequently, affecting operations in just 2.7% of recorded weather events.

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.