Plattsburgh International Airport

KPBG / PBG

Plattsburgh, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 1 hour ago
23:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPBG 042353Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 01/M02 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP224 T00061017 10044 20006 53006
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (234 ft)
Pressure Alt
-29 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,653 ft
ISA Deviation: -13.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPBG 042320Z 0500/0524 00000KT P6SM FEW200 FM050500 00000KT 5SM BR SCT040 FM050700 00000KT 2SM BR BKN023 FM050800 00000KT 1SM BR BCFG BKN006 FM051200 36006KT 3SM BR BKN015 FM051400 36007KT P6SM BKN018 FM051900 36007KT P6SM BKN021
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM050500
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
07:00Z FM050700
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist, Patches Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBG
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 11,758 ft 200 ft CON 158°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
158° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPBG

4,867 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
1.5%

Plattsburgh International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 34.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 34.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
3.7%
E
2.3%
SE
9.7%
S
11.7%
SW
4.4%
W
9%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.1°C
Range: -24°C to 28°C
-24°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,867 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Plattsburgh International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPBG
IATA Code: PBG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 234 ft MSL

Location

City: Plattsburgh
Country: US
Latitude: 44.650902°
Longitude: -73.468102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 11,758 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Plattsburgh International Airport

Overview

Plattsburgh International Airport serves the northern New York region, strategically located near the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 11,758-foot runway, the facility supports diverse aviation operations at an elevation of 234 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPBG demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 75.4% of observed periods. Temperature ranges from -24°C to 28°C, creating potential for challenging winter and summer operations. Wind patterns are consistently southern, averaging 6.7 knots with a maximum recorded speed of 23 knots, and experiencing calm conditions 32.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (17/35) offers excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.1 knots. Its geographical positioning near significant terrain features like the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain can introduce localized weather phenomena pilots should anticipate.

Approach Considerations

Optimal visual meteorological conditions occur during autumn months (September, October, November), with high visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, as 2.8% of observations report visibility below 3 statute miles, and 1.4% involve fog conditions. The runway's substantial length provides flexibility for diverse aircraft types and approach scenarios.

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.