Ogdensburg International Airport

KOGS / OGS

Ogdensburg, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
11:15Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOGS 221115Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM SCT090 02/00 A2996 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,297 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ogdensburg International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
245 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,244 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.4°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 5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 76°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
76° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOGS

14,784 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
4.7%

Ogdensburg International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 32.4% 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, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 32.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
6.5%
E
2.2%
SE
0.2%
S
17.3%
SW
19.7%
W
10.7%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.1°C
Range: -31°C to 28°C
-31°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 14,784 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.