Presque Isle International Airport

KPQI / PQI

Presque Isle, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
08:56Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
3 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPQI 230856Z AUTO 16003KT 10SM OVC011 02/01 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP144 T00220011 56018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 534 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,634 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Presque Isle International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,100 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers RASN, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (534 ft)
Pressure Alt
572 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -860 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPQI 230537Z 2306/2406 14004KT P6SM BKN013 FM230900 VRB03KT 3SM -SHRASN BR OVC005 FM231400 07003KT P6SM VCSH BKN006 FM231800 36005KT 6SM -SHRA BR BKN011 FM232100 35008KT P6SM VCSH BKN025 FM232300 35007KT P6SM VCSH BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:04Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
14:00Z FM231400
+5h
IFR 70° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
18:00Z FM231800
+9h
IFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
21:00Z FM232100
+12h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PQI
01
19 ✈️
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
7,440 ft 150 ft ASP 346°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
10/28 5,994 ft 150 ft ASP 75°
0.3 kt 3.0 kt
85° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPQI

6,964 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.9%
MVFR
29.1%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
3.3%

Presque Isle International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 20.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.2%
NE
6.2%
E
3.6%
SE
4.9%
S
13.8%
SW
6.6%
W
15.6%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.7°C
Range: -31°C to 28°C
-31°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,964 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Presque Isle International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPQI
IATA Code: PQI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 534 ft MSL

Location

City: Presque Isle
Country: US
Latitude: 46.688999°
Longitude: -68.044800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,440 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 5,994 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Presque Isle International Airport

Overview

Presque Isle International Airport serves northern Maine's Aroostook County, providing critical transportation infrastructure in a rural region. Located at 46.688999, -68.044800 with an elevation of 534 ft MSL, the airport supports regional and general aviation operations with two substantial asphalt runways.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 58.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 28°C, presenting significant seasonal challenges. Westerly winds dominate at an average of 8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 23.2% of the time and occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 01/19 at 7,440 feet and 10/28 at 5,994 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with low average crosswind components of 5.2 and 4.9 knots respectively. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR flying months for this airport. Instrument meteorological conditions occur 12.6% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions combining for 38.7% of observations. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges during winter months, when visibility and weather conditions can be most restrictive.

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.