Bangor International Airport

KBGR / BGR

Bangor, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
03:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGR 050353Z 00000KT 10SM SCT250 18/13 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP114 T01830128

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 192 ft
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,192 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bangor International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 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 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (192 ft)
Pressure Alt
230 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 636 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBGR 042330Z 0500/0524 32009G18KT P6SM FEW250 FM050300 32004KT P6SM FEW250 FM052000 18005KT P6SM FEW110
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGR
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 11,440 ft 200 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBGR

8,338 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
14.9%
IFR
8.9%
LIFR
4.7%

Bangor International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 18.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.5%
N
13.5%
S
19.6%
W
11.1%
NE
4.3%
NW
17.6%
SE
6.4%
SW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -26°C to 31°C
-26°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

September February June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,338 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bangor International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGR
IATA Code: BGR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 192 ft MSL

Location

City: Bangor
Country: US
Latitude: 44.807400°
Longitude: -68.828102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,440 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bangor International Airport

Overview

Bangor International Airport serves as a strategic aviation hub in central Maine, located at an elevation of 192 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 44.807400, -68.828102, the airport provides critical infrastructure for regional and transit aircraft operations with its substantial 11,440-foot runway 15/33.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGR demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 71.6% of observations. Winter operations can be challenging, with temperatures ranging from -24°C to 29°C and an average temperature of 2.5°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315 degrees, with an average speed of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 15/33 is an asphalt surface positioned to accommodate nearly 100% favorable wind conditions. Pilots should note that calm wind conditions occur in 21.4% of observations, with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.1 statute miles with only 4.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for operations. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) are present in approximately 11.8% of observations, with fog occurring in 3.8% of records. The extensive runway length and northwest wind alignment provide flexible approach options for most aircraft types.

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.