Tofino / Long Beach Airport

CYAZ / YAZ

Tofino, CA

Last Updated
Feb 15, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 53 hours ago
01:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
7 kt
290°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYAZ 150100Z 29007KT 15SM SKC 07/03 A3007 RMK LAST STFD OBS/NXT 151500Z SLP184
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (80 ft)
Pressure Alt
-63 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,004 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YAZ
07
25
11
29 ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 4,999 ft 150 ft CON 90°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
160° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
4,997 ft 100 ft CON 126°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
16/34 5,000 ft 100 ft CON 175°
3.0 kt 6.3 kt
115° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYAZ

2,531 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
44.7%
MVFR
26.2%
IFR
15.7%
LIFR
13.4%

Tofino / Long Beach Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 44.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 21°C with an average of 9.8°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 25.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 6.8% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
5.8%
E
18.5%
SE
32.6%
S
12.6%
SW
3.2%
W
9.8%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.8°C
Range: -2°C to 21°C
-2°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 11.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.8%
Fog Frequency: 25.2%

Best Months for VFR

October November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,531 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tofino / Long Beach Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYAZ
IATA Code: YAZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Tofino
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.079833°
Longitude: -125.775583°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,999 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 4,997 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Tofino / Long Beach Airport

Overview

Tofino / Long Beach Airport serves the remote coastal region of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. Located at 80 ft MSL, this medium airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the rugged Pacific Rim area. The airport features three concrete runways, offering multiple approach and departure options for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tofino are characterized by significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 45.5% of the time. Marginal VFR and instrument conditions occur frequently, with 25.1% MVFR and 15.5% IFR conditions observed. Pilots should anticipate southeast winds averaging 8.6 knots, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 21°C and an average visibility of 11.3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location introduces unique meteorological challenges, including frequent fog events affecting 23.5% of observations. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with relatively low average crosswind components ranging from 3.7 to 6.3 knots. The surrounding terrain likely influences local wind patterns and visibility conditions typical of Pacific coastal environments.

Approach Considerations

October, January, and November represent the best months for consistent visual flight conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential reduced visibility and fog, with 7.1% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles. The multiple runway configuration provides flexibility for approaches, with prevailing southeast winds generally aligned favorably with runway headings.

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.