Dutchess County Airport

KPOU / POU

Poughkeepsie, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
14:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
5 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPOU 101453Z VRB05KT 10SM BKN100 BKN110 26/17 A2989 RMK AO2 SLP119 T02560172 58013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 165 ft
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,165 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,165 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dutchess County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 23:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (165 ft)
Pressure Alt
203 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,563 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPOU 101136Z 1012/1112 00000KT P6SM BKN250 FM101800 20007KT P6SM BKN050 BKN200 PROB30 1021/1023 VRB15G25KT 3SM TSRA BR OVC030CB FM110000 17004KT P6SM SCT050 BKN250 PROB30 1100/1104 5SM -SHRA BR BKN035 BKN110
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
18:00Z FM101800
+3h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
21:00Z PROB30
+6h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
00:00Z FM110000
+9h
VFR 170° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
POU
06
24
07
25
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 5,001 ft 100 ft ASP 50° No wind data
07/25 1,358 ft 100 ft GRS 50° No wind data
15/33 2,743 ft 100 ft PEM 139° 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 - KPOU

7,577 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.8%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
2.8%

Dutchess County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 38.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.3%
N
15.7%
S
6.7%
W
11.1%
NE
4%
NW
5.6%
SE
5.6%
SW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

June May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,577 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dutchess County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPOU
IATA Code: POU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 165 ft MSL

Location

City: Poughkeepsie
Country: US
Latitude: 41.626598°
Longitude: -73.884201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 1,358 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,743 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Dutchess County Airport

Overview

Dutchess County Airport serves the Poughkeepsie region in New York, situated at an elevation of 165 feet MSL. The airport provides a medium-sized facility with three runways supporting various general aviation and regional aviation needs. Its strategic location and multiple runway configurations offer flexibility for pilots operating in the Hudson Valley region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Dutchess County Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 74.5% of observations reporting VFR status. Pilots can expect prevailing westerly winds averaging 7.3 knots, with temperature ranges from -18°C to 29°C. November, September, and October historically present the most stable VFR flying conditions, making these months optimal for general aviation operations.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying surface types: Runway 06/24 is asphalt (5,001 ft), Runway 07/25 is grass (1,358 ft), and Runway 15/33 is pavement (2,743 ft). All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 4 to 5.2 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 41.2% of observations, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection can be effectively managed using prevailing westerly winds, with Runway 06/24 offering the longest paved surface at 5,001 feet. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 4.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 2% of observations with fog conditions, particularly during seasonal transitions.

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.