Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

CYEV / YEV

Inuvik, CA

Last Updated
Apr 29, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
70°
15 SM
Visibility
24,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEV 291100Z 07008KT 15SM FEW150 BKN240 02/M01 A2982 RMK AC2CS5 SLP105

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 224 ft
FEW 15,000 ft AGL
BKN 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,224 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,224 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 24,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 8 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 24000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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 SNRA, Mist, Light Snow, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 07:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light SNRA, Mist between 13:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Light Snow, FCST between 13:00Z 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (224 ft)
Pressure Alt
322 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,184 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYEV 290640Z 2907/2919 07008KT P6SM FEW030 BKN150 TEMPO 2907/2913 BKN020 FM291300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT006 OVC030 TEMPO 2913/2919 2SM -SNRA BR OVC006 PROB30 2913/2919 1SM -SN OVC004 RMK NXT FCST BY 291300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
13:00Z FM291300
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
13:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light SNRA, Mist
13:00Z PROB30
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Snow, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEV
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 85°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEV

7,062 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
25.6%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
5.6%

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.7%
N
8.9%
S
5.5%
W
21.9%
NE
8.8%
NW
16.1%
SE
5.5%
SW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -15.5°C
Range: -45°C to 16°C
-45°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 11.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.3%
Fog Frequency: 7.9%

Best Months for VFR

January March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,062 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEV
IATA Code: YEV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 224 ft MSL

Location

City: Inuvik
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.304199°
Longitude: -133.483002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

Overview

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport serves the northern Canadian community of Inuvik, located in the Northwest Territories at 68.3° North latitude. As a medium-sized airport situated in the Arctic region, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a remote area with limited ground access, supporting regional and resource exploration operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with flight rules predominantly in VFR (47.3%) and MVFR (27.3%) conditions. Winter temperatures can plummet to -45°C, while summer highs reach 16°C, creating challenging and dynamic aviation environments. Visibility averages 11.3 statute miles, with fog present 11.7% of the time and reduced visibility below 3SM in 7.6% of observations.

Notable Features

Located at 224 feet mean sea level, Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport features a single 6000-foot asphalt runway (06/24) oriented to accommodate the prevailing westerly winds. The airport's high-latitude position means extended periods of darkness in winter and extended daylight in summer, which can significantly impact flight planning and operations.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 5.7 knots make runway 06/24 highly favorable, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility and be prepared for rapid weather changes characteristic of Arctic environments, particularly during shoulder seasons.

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

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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.