Fort Severn Airport

CYER / YER

Fort Severn, CA

Last Updated
Apr 30, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
10 kt
330° G17 kt
9 SM
Visibility
24,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYER 300100Z AUTO 33010G17KT 9SM SCT017 BKN240 M06/M09 A3013 RMK SLP207

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 24,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,748 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,048 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fort Severn Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 24,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 10 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 24000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -6°C (21°F) with a dewpoint of -9°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 4 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow, FCST, FCST between 15:00Z and 19:00Z.

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. 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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
-155 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,663 ft
ISA Deviation: -20.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYER 291440Z 2915/2919 33010G20KT P6SM OVC015 TEMPO 2915/2919 6SM -SN OVC009 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 300900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YER
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
3,500 ft 100 ft GRVL
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYER

11,209 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.3%
MVFR
40%
IFR
13%
LIFR
3.7%

Fort Severn Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -38°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
3.6%
E
5%
SE
4.4%
S
10.6%
SW
9.2%
W
31.8%
NW
22.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -11.2°C
Range: -38°C to 28°C
-38°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

March January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,209 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fort Severn Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYER
IATA Code: YER
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Severn
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.018902°
Longitude: -87.676102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRVL
ILS: No

About Fort Severn Airport

Fort Severn Airport (CYER/YER) is located in Fort Severn, CA at an elevation of 48 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 3,500 feet.

Weather Profile

CYER is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 43.3% of the time across 11,209 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 16.7% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYER come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 9 knots and recorded gusts up to 30 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.1%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 15/33 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, January, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -38°C (-36°F) to 28°C (82°F), averaging -11.2°C (12°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.04 to 30.92 inHg (983-1047 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 11,209 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.