Clyde River Airport

CYCY / YCY

Clyde River, CA

Last Updated
Apr 13, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -32°C
2 kt
Variable
9 SM
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYCY 131100Z AUTO VRB02KT 9SM BKN002 M28/M32 A3021 RMK SLP235

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 87 ft
BKN 200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
287 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Clyde River Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 200 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -28°C (-18°F) with a dewpoint of -32°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 10 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

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

QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (87 ft)
Pressure Alt
-206 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -5,345 ft
ISA Deviation: -42.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYCY 130959Z 1309/1319 VRB03KT P6SM FEW002 SCT120 TEMPO 1309/1313 BKN002 FM131300 32005KT P6SM FEW005 SCT030 FM131800 35010KT 5SM -SN SCT005 BKN020 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 131300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM131300
+2h
VFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM131800
+7h
MVFR 350° 10 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCY
02T
20T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02T/20T 3,500 ft 100 ft GVL 18° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYCY

9,288 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.1%
MVFR
29.9%
IFR
15%
LIFR
6%

Clyde River Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -41°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.1%
NE
1.7%
E
3.7%
SE
6.1%
S
2.3%
SW
4.8%
W
19%
NW
50%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.1°C
Range: -41°C to 12°C
-41°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

April February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02T/20T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,288 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Clyde River Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCY
IATA Code: YCY
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 87 ft MSL

Location

City: Clyde River
Country: CA
Latitude: 70.486099°
Longitude: -68.516701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02T/20T
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Clyde River Airport

Clyde River Airport (CYCY/YCY) is located in Clyde River, CA at an elevation of 87 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02T/20T), with the longest at 3,500 feet.

Weather Profile

CYCY is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 49.1% of the time across 9,288 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 21% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYCY come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 11.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 42 knots. Runway 02T/20T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 9.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, February, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -41°C (-42°F) to 12°C (54°F), averaging -14.1°C (7°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.73 to 30.5 inHg (973-1033 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,288 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.