Flying in Providence, RI
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Providence — the nearest is Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (KPVD), about 7 miles out. Daylight runs from about 15h 03m of daylight at midsummer down to about 8h 57m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Providence
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport
North Central State Airport
Quonset State Airport
Taunton Municipal King Field
Newport State Airport
Naval Station Newport Helipad
Danielson Airport
New Bedford Regional Airport
Norwood Memorial Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport
Westerly State Airport
Worcester Regional Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 04:29–19:31 | 15h 03m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:03–17:57 | 11h 54m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 07:31–16:29 | 8h 57m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 15.4°C / 60°F | 4.4°C / 40°F | 20 km/h | 34% |
| Summer | 27.3°C / 81°F | 17.4°C / 63°F | 17 km/h | 43% |
| Autumn | 17.6°C / 64°F | 8.9°C / 48°F | 17 km/h | 32% |
| Winter | 5.4°C / 42°F | -3.3°C / 26°F | 19 km/h | 37% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Providence, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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