Plattsburgh International Airport

KPBG / PBG

Plattsburgh, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
14:56Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
13 kt
140°
3 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KPBG 041456Z AUTO 14013KT 3SM BR SCT003 M03/M04 A3023 RMK AO2 T10281039

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 234 ft
SCT 300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
534 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (234 ft)
Pressure Alt
-89 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,193 ft
ISA Deviation: -17.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPBG 041128Z 0412/0512 00000KT P6SM FEW004 TEMPO 0412/0413 4SM BR SCT002 FM041330 15005KT P6SM SCT045 FM051000 00000KT P6SM SCT015 BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM

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
Active: 17
11,758 ft 200 ft CON 158°
11.3 kt 6.5 kt
30° 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.