Blue River Airport

CYCP

Blue River, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
01:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
3 kt
250°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYCP 230100Z 25003KT 230V360 15SM SCT085CB SCT100 13/M07 A2978 RMK CB3AC1 AC TR LAST STFD OBS/NXT 231300Z SLP099 DENSITY ALT 2700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,240 ft
SCT 8,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,740 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,240 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Blue River Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,500 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 9.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 8,500 ft (CB), scattered at 10,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 8,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -7°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
933 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,240 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,398 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,696 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.5°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCP
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
5,000 ft 60 ft ASP 31°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYCP

3,219 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
21.1%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
3.1%

Blue River Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 62.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 6.1% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 62.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
10%
NE
5.9%
E
4.1%
SE
2%
S
6.2%
SW
4.3%
W
1.8%
NW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -22°C to 30°C
-22°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,219 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Blue River Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,240 ft MSL

Location

City: Blue River
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.116699°
Longitude: -119.282997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Blue River Airport

Overview

Blue River Airport (CYCP) is a medium-sized airport located in Blue River, CA at an elevation of 2,240 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 52.116699, -119.282997, the airport serves regional aviation needs with a single runway 01/19 measuring 5,000 feet in length and surfaced with asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Blue River Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 64.6% of observed periods. Temperature ranges from -21°C to 30°C, with an average of 2.4°C, presenting potential challenges for aircraft performance. The airport experiences predominantly northerly winds averaging 4.2 knots, with calm conditions occurring 69.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 1.6 knots. Visibility averages 9.9 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of reduced visibility periods, with 7% of observations showing less than 3 statute miles and 11.8% experiencing fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December offer the most consistent visual flight conditions at Blue River Airport. Pilots can expect instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) during 11.8% of observations, with IFR and LIFR conditions combining for approximately 11.8% of recorded periods. The low average crosswind and predominant northerly winds provide relatively predictable approach and departure conditions.

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.