Dutchess County Airport

KPOU / POU

Poughkeepsie, US

Last Updated
May 15, 06:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
06:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
3,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPOU 150653Z 00000KT 10SM OVC032 11/08 A2976 RMK AO2 SLP074 T01060083

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 165 ft
OVC 3,200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,365 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dutchess County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3200 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

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. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (165 ft)
Pressure Alt
323 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -117 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPOU 150530Z 1506/1606 00000KT P6SM OVC035 FM150900 VRB03KT P6SM VCSH SCT020 OVC035 FM151600 34007KT P6SM VCSH SCT009 OVC018 FM151900 VRB03KT P6SM SCT020 BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
09:00Z FM150900
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
16:00Z FM151600
+9h
MVFR 340° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
19:00Z FM151900
+12h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 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°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
50° angle
07/25 1,358 ft 100 ft GRS 50°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
50° angle
15/33 2,743 ft 100 ft PEM 139°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPOU

6,922 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.7%
MVFR
15.8%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
2.9%

Dutchess County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 38.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.4%
NE
3.7%
E
2.3%
SE
5.8%
S
7%
SW
10.3%
W
11.5%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5°C
Range: -22°C to 32°C
-22°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.2%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

May November September

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 6,922 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.