Dauphin Barker Airport

CYDN / YDN

Dauphin, CA

Last Updated
Jun 25, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
Variable
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYDN 251500Z AUTO VRB03KT 9SM CLR 20/12 A3009 RMK SLP193 DENSITY ALT 1700FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dauphin Barker Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST, FCST. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, FCST, FCST between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (999 ft)
Pressure Alt
827 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,667 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYDN 251140Z 2512/2524 26007KT P6SM FEW060 FM251900 VRB03KT P6SM SCT080 TEMPO 2519/2524 VRB15G25KT 6SM -SHRA VCTS SCT060CB BKN080 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 251800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM251900
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YDN
02
20
08
26
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 2,000 ft 60 ft GVL 29° No wind data
08/26 2,700 ft 75 ft ASP 90° No wind data
14/32 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 150° 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 - CYDN

10,930 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.6%
MVFR
31.4%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
2.1%

Dauphin Barker Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.9%
N
18.9%
S
3.4%
W
28.1%
NE
11.5%
NW
10%
SE
8.1%
SW
6.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.5°C
Range: -37°C to 37°C
-37°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

May October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,930 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dauphin Barker Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYDN
IATA Code: YDN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 999 ft MSL

Location

City: Dauphin
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.100800°
Longitude: -100.052002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 2,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 2,700 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dauphin Barker Airport

Overview

Dauphin Barker Airport serves the Dauphin area in Manitoba, Canada, as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at an elevation of 999 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for local and transiting aircraft. Its three runways offer versatile operational capabilities for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences diverse weather conditions throughout the year, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 55.2% of observations. Temperature variations are substantial, ranging from -32°C to 29°C, with an average of -4.5°C. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.4 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: Runway 02/20 is gravel (GVL), while Runways 08/26 and 14/32 are asphalt (ASP). Runway lengths vary from 2000 feet to 5000 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. The airport maintains consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, with 100% wind compatibility and moderate crosswind averages between 5.4 and 6.6 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the best VFR months are September, October, and November, offering more stable flying conditions. Visibility averages 7.8 statute miles, with only 4.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. While fog is relatively rare at 1.3% of observations, pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during certain periods.

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.