Nain Airport

CYDP / YDP

Nain, CA

Last Updated
Apr 10, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -12°C
33 kt
300°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYDP 102300Z 30033KT 15SM DRSN FEW045 FEW080 M07/M12 A2996 RMK SC1AC1 SC TR AC TR LAST STFD OBS/NXT 110800Z SLP149

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 22 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,522 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,022 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nain Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 33 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 29-knot crosswind component. These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft, few at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -7°C (19°F) with a dewpoint of -12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. 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 3 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Snow, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Snow, FCST between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (22 ft)
Pressure Alt
-31 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,666 ft
ISA Deviation: -22.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF CYDP 101940Z 1020/1023 30015G25KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1020/1023 5SM -SHSN BKN020 OVC040 RMK NXT FCST BY 111000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
YDP
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
2,000 ft 75 ft GRAVEL
16.5 kt 28.6 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYDP

3,719 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
18%
IFR
8%
LIFR
2.8%

Nain Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 13.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 52 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 13.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 52 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.3%
NE
4%
E
7.1%
SE
5.1%
S
6.8%
SW
7.5%
W
34.3%
NW
24.7%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.2°C
Range: -27°C to 23°C
-27°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 13.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,719 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nain Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYDP
IATA Code: YDP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 22 ft MSL

Location

City: Nain
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.550778°
Longitude: -61.682224°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Nain Airport

Nain Airport (CYDP/YDP) is located in Nain, CA at an elevation of 22 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 2,000 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 3,719 weather observations shows CYDP maintains VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 18% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 10.8% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYDP come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 13.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 52 knots. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 9.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, September, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -27°C (-17°F) to 23°C (73°F), averaging -6.2°C (21°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.2 to 30.45 inHg (955-1031 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,719 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.