Fredericton Airport

CYFC / YFC

Fredericton, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 10:34Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
10:34Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
190°
3 SM
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYFC 231034Z AUTO 19004KT 3SM -RA BR BKN006 OVC019 03/02 A2990 RMK SLP128

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 68 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
668 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,968 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Fredericton Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,900 feet and 3 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 3 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 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 Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (68 ft)
Pressure Alt
76 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,348 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYFC 231020Z 2310/2318 VRB03KT 3SM -SHRA BR OVC005 TEMPO 2310/2315 P6SM NSW SCT005 OVC012 FM231500 VRB03KT P6SM BKN025 TEMPO 2315/2317 OVC020 FM231700 VRB03KT P6SM BKN040 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 231200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
15:00Z FM231500
+5h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
15:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
17:00Z FM231700
+7h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YFC
09
27
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,005 ft 200 ft ASP 70°
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
6,000 ft 148 ft ASP 131°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYFC

9,390 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.8%
MVFR
28.7%
IFR
11.9%
LIFR
3.6%

Fredericton Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
12.5%
E
6.9%
SE
3.5%
S
13.9%
SW
13.2%
W
18.9%
NW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.1°C
Range: -24°C to 30°C
-24°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,390 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fredericton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYFC
IATA Code: YFC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 68 ft MSL

Location

City: Fredericton
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.868900°
Longitude: -66.537201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fredericton Airport

Overview

Fredericton Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in New Brunswick, Canada, positioned at 45.868900, -66.537201 with an elevation of 68 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 09/27 at 8,005 feet and Runway 15/33 at 6,000 feet, accommodating regional and commercial aviation needs in the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate variable conditions with significant VFR potential, averaging 57.8% VFR days throughout the year. Temperature ranges dramatically from -23°C to 30°C, with prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 33 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, with higher visibility and more stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignments. Crosswind conditions are moderate, averaging 4.4 knots on Runway 09/27 and 5.1 knots on Runway 15/33. Visibility averages 7.9 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 3.7% of observations below 3 statute miles and 2.3% experiencing fog.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate westerly winds as the predominant wind direction, with a calm wind frequency of 6.5%. The extensive runway lengths (8,005 and 6,000 feet) provide substantial landing and takeoff options. During challenging weather, the airport experiences 10.6% IFR and 3.7% LIFR conditions, requiring increased approach planning and potential alternate airport considerations.

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.