Iqaluit Airport

CYFB / YFB

Iqaluit, CA

Last Updated
Feb 14, 10:06Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
10:06Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -16°C
0 kt
3 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYFB 141006Z 00000KT 3SM -SN VV020 M14/M16 A2990 RMK SN8 SLP130
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (110 ft)
Pressure Alt
118 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,336 ft
ISA Deviation: -28.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYFB 140540Z 1406/1506 00000KT P6SM -SN SCT015 BKN080 TEMPO 1406/1410 6SM -SN BKN015 FM141000 VRB03KT 6SM -SN BKN025 OVC040 TEMPO 1410/1415 2 1/2SM -SHSN SCT008 OVC015 FM141500 33005KT P6SM -SN BKN020 TEMPO 1415/1418 P6SM NSW BKN030 FM141800 32007KT P6SM -SN SCT020 BKN030 RMK NXT FCST BY 141200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Snow
15:00Z FM141500
+5h
MVFR 330° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow
15:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
18:00Z FM141800
+8h
VFR 320° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Snow, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YFB
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 8,605 ft 200 ft ASP 136°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
136° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYFB

4,263 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.8%
MVFR
26.5%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
3%

Iqaluit Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 10°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.4%
NE
5.5%
E
9.2%
SE
16.9%
S
5.3%
SW
1.7%
W
2.3%
NW
39.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -8.4°C
Range: -33°C to 10°C
-33°C 10°C

Visibility

Average: 17.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

December January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,263 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Iqaluit Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYFB
IATA Code: YFB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 110 ft MSL

Location

City: Iqaluit
Country: CA
Latitude: 63.756402°
Longitude: -68.555801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,605 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Iqaluit Airport

Overview

Iqaluit Airport serves as a critical transportation hub in Nunavut, Canada, located at 63.756402, -68.555801 with an elevation of 110 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides essential air access to the remote Arctic region, supporting both civilian and potential regional emergency operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 62.9% of the time. Winter months experience extreme temperature ranges from -30°C to 10°C, with an average temperature of -6.3°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315° with an average speed of 10.8 knots, occasionally gusting to 35 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 16/34 spans 8,605 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Its high-latitude location presents unique challenges, including potential rapid weather shifts and limited diversionary options. The region's geographic isolation means careful pre-flight planning is essential for all operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.6 knots. Visibility averages an excellent 17.7 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 3.7% of observations showing less than 3 SM and 2.4% experiencing fog conditions.

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.