Golden Airport

CYGE

Golden, CA

Last Updated
Feb 7, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
8 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYGE 071700Z 15008KT 10SM OVC009 00/M00 A3010 RMK ST8 SLP228

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,575 ft
OVC 900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,475 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
933 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,575 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,403 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,221 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGE
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
4,500 ft 75 ft ASP 161°
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 - CYGE

1,986 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.3%
MVFR
23.4%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
1.8%

Golden Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.4% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 31.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
0.6%
E
3.1%
SE
22.8%
S
13.5%
SW
0.3%
W
2.4%
NW
22.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.7°C
Range: -18°C to 27°C
-18°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 14.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 11.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.2 kt

Statistics computed from 1,986 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Golden Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,575 ft MSL

Location

City: Golden
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.299196°
Longitude: -116.982002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Golden Airport

Overview

Golden Airport serves the mountain community of Golden, British Columbia, located in the Canadian Rockies. Situated at an elevation of 2575 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation access to a region characterized by challenging terrain and alpine conditions. The airport supports regional transportation needs with its single runway 14/32.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Golden Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 71.4% of observed periods. Pilots can expect southeastern winds averaging 5 knots, with potential gusts up to 21 knots and calm conditions occurring 29.7% of the time. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 27°C, creating diverse meteorological challenges throughout the year.

Notable Features

The 4500-foot asphalted runway 14/32 is oriented to accommodate the prevailing southeastern wind patterns. Geographic positioning in the Canadian Rockies means pilots should anticipate potential mountain wave effects and rapidly changing alpine weather conditions. The airport's location suggests potential for significant terrain-induced wind and visibility variations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 1.2 knots. Visibility averages 14.6 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with fog present in 11.2% of observations. September, October, and December historically offer the most consistent visual flight 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.