Is KBID VFR or IFR right now?

KBID is currently reporting MVFR (Marginal VFR), based on the latest METAR.

Which runway at KBID has the best headwind right now?

With the wind from 030° at 7 kt, runway 10 gives a 4 kt headwind and 6 kt crosswind. ATC and the airport choose the runway actually in use.

How many runways does Block Island State Airport have?

Block Island State Airport has 1 runway; the longest is 2,502 ft (763 m). Field elevation is 108 ft.

What time is sunrise and sunset at KBID?

On 2026-10-04, sunrise is at 10:46 UTC and sunset at 22:23 UTC; civil twilight ends at 22:50 UTC.

Are there delays at KBID right now?

The FAA currently reports no ground stops, delay programs or closures at KBID.

MVFR · Marginal VFR

Block Island State Airport

General Aviation Airport · Block Island, RI, United States

Marginal visual conditions — reduced visibility or a lower ceiling at Block Island State Airport. It's 57°F with 88% humidity. Winds from 030° at 7 kt. Cloud ceiling 1,700 ft.

ICAOKBIDIATABIDLOCALBID

Zulu · UTC--:--:--Aviation standard time

Local · UTC-5--:--:--Approx. (from longitude)

Elevation108ft33 m

Longest runway2,502ft763 m

Runways10 lighted

Coordinates41.17, -71.5841°10'06.4"N 71°34'43.1"W

ClassGeneral AviationScheduled service

Current weather

16 min ago

57°F14°C · Dew 54°FMVFR — Marginal VFR

030° @ 7 kt

Visibility9 sm
Ceiling1,700 ft AGL
Humidity88%
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Pressure1020.1 hPa
GustsNone

Scattered 900′Broken 1,700′Overcast 5,000′

METAR observation

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RAWSPECI KBID 042304Z AUTO 03007KT 9SM -RA SCT009 BKN017 OVC050 14/12 A3012 RMK AO2 PNO $

Decoded — plain language

Wind030° @ 7 kt

Visibility9 sm

Temperature57°F / 14°C

Dew point54°F · 88% RH

Altimeter30.12 inHg

Ceiling1,700 ft AGL

Flight categoryMVFR — Marginal VFR

SkyScattered 900′, Broken 1,700′, Overcast 5,000′

Observed 04 Oct 2026 23:04Z·Block Island Arpt, RI, US·16 min ago

Runway winds

10/28

Headwind4 kt

Crosswind6 kt from L

★ Best

Tailwind4 kt

Crosswind6 kt from R

Wind components are computed from the reported surface wind and true runway headings. Actual runway selection is made by the airport and ATC — always consult official information.

Quick answers

Updated 23:20 UTC

What is the weather at Block Island State Airport (KBID) right now?: Marginal visual conditions — reduced visibility or a lower ceiling at Block Island State Airport. It's 57°F with 88% humidity. Winds from 030° at 7 kt. Cloud ceiling 1,700 ft. (observed 23:04 UTC)
Is KBID VFR or IFR right now?: KBID is currently reporting MVFR (Marginal VFR), based on the latest METAR.
Which runway at KBID has the best headwind right now?: With the wind from 030° at 7 kt, runway 10 gives a 4 kt headwind and 6 kt crosswind. ATC and the airport choose the runway actually in use.
How many runways does Block Island State Airport have?: Block Island State Airport has 1 runway; the longest is 2,502 ft (763 m). Field elevation is 108 ft.
What time is sunrise and sunset at KBID?: On 2026-10-04, sunrise is at 10:46 UTC and sunset at 22:23 UTC; civil twilight ends at 22:50 UTC.
Are there delays at KBID right now?: The FAA currently reports no ground stops, delay programs or closures at KBID.