Quonset State Airport

KOQU / NCO

North Kingstown, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
05:55Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
4 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOQU 050555Z AUTO 20004KT 10SM CLR 01/00 A3023 RMK AO2 10034 21011
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (18 ft)
Pressure Alt
-305 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,981 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OQU
01
19
05
23 ✈️
10
28
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,000 ft 100 ft ASP 360°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
160° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
4,000 ft 75 ft ASP 34°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
10/28 2,963 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
110° angle
16/34 7,504 ft 150 ft PEM 145°
2.3 kt 3.3 kt
55° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOQU

8,107 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.4%
MVFR
7.8%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
4.9%

Quonset State Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.9%
NE
7.8%
E
3.2%
SE
1.8%
S
8.2%
SW
18%
W
23.1%
NW
21%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.4°C
Range: -16°C to 27°C
-16°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

November March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,107 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Quonset State Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOQU
IATA Code: NCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: North Kingstown
Country: US
Latitude: 41.597099°
Longitude: -71.412102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 2,963 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 7,504 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Quonset State Airport

Overview

Quonset State Airport is a medium-sized airport located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, serving general aviation and state aviation needs. Situated at an elevation of 18 feet MSL, the airport offers multiple runway configurations suitable for various aircraft types and operational requirements. Its strategic location provides access to coastal Rhode Island and nearby metropolitan areas.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Quonset State Airport predominantly support Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 83.1% of observations indicating favorable flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 10.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 27°C, with November, December, and September presenting the most consistent VFR opportunities.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surface types, including three asphalt (ASP) and one Portland Cement (PEM) runway. The longest runway, 16/34, measures 7,504 feet, providing ample space for larger aircraft operations. All runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and average crosswinds between 6.1 and 6.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions across all four runways, with minimal wind-related complications. Average visibility of 9.5 statute miles and infrequent low visibility events (fog occurs in only 0.6% of observations) contribute to predictable approach scenarios. The multiple runway options provide flexibility in selecting the most suitable approach based on current wind and traffic 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.