Ogdensburg International Airport

KOGS / OGS

Ogdensburg, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
10:15Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
5 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOGS 041015Z AUTO 22005KT 10SM OVC010 00/M01 A3021 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,297 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
5 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,724 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.4°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 76°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOGS

11,467 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
20.8%
IFR
6.1%
LIFR
4.7%

Ogdensburg International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 34.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 34.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
5.7%
E
1.6%
SE
0.2%
S
17.8%
SW
18.3%
W
11.3%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.8°C
Range: -31°C to 28°C
-31°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,467 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ogdensburg International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOGS
IATA Code: OGS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 297 ft MSL

Location

City: Ogdensburg
Country: US
Latitude: 44.681900°
Longitude: -75.465500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ogdensburg International Airport

Overview

Ogdensburg International Airport serves the northern New York region, situated near the Canadian border in St. Lawrence County. Located at an elevation of 297 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Ogdensburg area, with international capabilities supporting cross-border operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ogdensburg demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 68.2% of observed periods. The airport experiences temperature ranges from -25°C to 28°C, creating diverse atmospheric conditions that pilots must carefully anticipate. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180° with an average speed of 7.5 knots, and calm conditions occur in 35.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) constructed with asphalt, extending 5,200 feet in length. Its geographical position near the St. Lawrence River and Canadian border introduces potential wind and visibility dynamics typical of northern latitude airports. The elevation and coordinates (44.681900, -75.465500) place it in a region with potential complex meteorological interactions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.2 knots. Pilots should note the highest probability of optimal visual flying conditions during September, October, and December. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring in 2.7% of observations) and minimal fog events (0.4%).

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

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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.