Punta Gorda Airport

KPGD / PGD

Punta Gorda, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
12:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
7 kt
70°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPGD 221253Z 07007KT 10SM CLR 19/13 A3023 RMK AO2 SLP235 T01940128

Weather Briefing

VFR

Punta Gorda Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
-297 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 189 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPGD 221120Z 2212/2312 07007KT P6SM FEW040 FM221400 11012G20KT P6SM FEW050 SCT250 FM230100 09007KT P6SM SCT250 FM230600 08004KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM221400
+1h
VFR 110° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM230100
+12h
VFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PGD
04
22
09 ✈️
27
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,695 ft 150 ft ASPH-G 29°
5.3 kt 4.6 kt
41° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
4,591 ft 150 ft ASP 89°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
15/33 4,743 ft 150 ft ASP 149°
1.3 kt 6.9 kt
79° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPGD

6,457 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.3%
MVFR
8.1%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
3.7%

Punta Gorda Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 13.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.7%
NE
24.6%
E
20%
SE
5.6%
S
4.8%
SW
5.2%
W
7%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 20°C
Range: -2°C to 33°C
-2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 6.5%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,457 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Punta Gorda Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPGD
IATA Code: PGD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Punta Gorda
Country: US
Latitude: 26.920200°
Longitude: -81.990501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,695 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,591 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 4,743 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Punta Gorda Airport

Overview

Punta Gorda Airport serves southwest Florida as a medium-sized airport located near Charlotte County. Situated at 26 ft mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Punta Gorda region, supporting various general aviation and commercial operations with its three runways totaling over 15,000 feet of total runway length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPGD are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 85.2% of the time. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 6.9 knots create stable flight environments, with temperature ranges between 2°C and 33°C. Pilots can expect good visibility averaging 9.3 statute miles, though occasional fog occurs in 7.7% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with varying lengths: Runway 04/22 at 6,695 feet, Runway 09/27 at 4,591 feet, and Runway 15/33 at 4,743 feet. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind conditions ranging from 3.5 to 5.2 knots, providing flexible operational capabilities for different aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying months are September through November, characterized by the most consistent VFR conditions. The northeast prevailing winds (45 degrees) offer predictable approach patterns, with calm conditions occurring 16% of the time. Pilots should anticipate stable approach environments with minimal wind-related complications across all three runways.

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.