Kugluktuk Airport

CYCO / YCO

Kugluktuk, CA

Last Updated
Apr 12, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -28°C
7 kt
90°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYCO 122300Z 09007KT 15SM IC SKC M25/M28 A3019 RMK SLP230

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kugluktuk Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 7 knots. Runway 12T/30T is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -25°C (-13°F) with a dewpoint of -28°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (74 ft)
Pressure Alt
-189 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -4,971 ft
ISA Deviation: -39.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYCO 121840Z 1219/1307 VRB03KT P6SM SKC BECMG 1220/1222 08008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 130100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCO
12T ✈️
30T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12T/30T
Active: 12T
5,500 ft 100 ft GVL 121°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYCO

6,045 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.5%
MVFR
23.9%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
3.7%

Kugluktuk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 12.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 12.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
3%
E
6.9%
SE
2.4%
S
4.7%
SW
38.1%
W
25%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -18.6°C
Range: -45°C to 19°C
-45°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 11.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 6%
Fog Frequency: 4.5%

Best Months for VFR

April February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12T/30T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,045 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kugluktuk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCO
IATA Code: YCO
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 74 ft MSL

Location

City: Kugluktuk
Country: CA
Latitude: 67.816408°
Longitude: -115.143070°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12T/30T
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Kugluktuk Airport

Kugluktuk Airport (CYCO/YCO) is located in Kugluktuk, CA at an elevation of 74 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12T/30T), with the longest at 5,500 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 63.5% of the time based on 6,045 observations, CYCO requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 12.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYCO come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 12.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 43 knots. Runway 12T/30T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 8.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -45°C (-49°F) to 19°C (66°F), averaging -18.6°C (-1°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.92 to 31.14 inHg (979-1055 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,045 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.