Bangor International Airport

KBGR / BGR

Bangor, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
13:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
3 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGR 041353Z VRB03KT 10SM CLR 01/M02 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP217 T00061022
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (192 ft)
Pressure Alt
-41 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,675 ft
ISA Deviation: -13.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBGR 041120Z 0412/0512 26007KT P6SM SCT150 FM051000 35003KT P6SM BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGR
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 11,440 ft 200 ft ASP 134° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBGR

4,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.3%
MVFR
16.2%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
2.7%

Bangor International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 21.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.7%
NE
3.8%
E
2.9%
SE
4.1%
S
13.6%
SW
6.2%
W
12.9%
NW
20.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.1°C
Range: -26°C to 29°C
-26°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bangor International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGR
IATA Code: BGR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 192 ft MSL

Location

City: Bangor
Country: US
Latitude: 44.807400°
Longitude: -68.828102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,440 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bangor International Airport

Overview

Bangor International Airport serves as a strategic aviation hub in central Maine, located at an elevation of 192 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 44.807400, -68.828102, the airport provides critical infrastructure for regional and transit aircraft operations with its substantial 11,440-foot runway 15/33.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGR demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 71.6% of observations. Winter operations can be challenging, with temperatures ranging from -24°C to 29°C and an average temperature of 2.5°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315 degrees, with an average speed of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 15/33 is an asphalt surface positioned to accommodate nearly 100% favorable wind conditions. Pilots should note that calm wind conditions occur in 21.4% of observations, with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.1 statute miles with only 4.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for operations. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) are present in approximately 11.8% of observations, with fog occurring in 3.8% of records. The extensive runway length and northwest wind alignment provide flexible approach options for most aircraft types.

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.