Fort Good Hope Airport

CYGH / YGH

Fort Good Hope, CA

Last Updated
Apr 10, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -11°C
2 kt
Variable
25 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYGH 102200Z VRB02KT 25SM SKC M03/M11 A3011 RMK SLP208

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fort Good Hope Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 25 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 25 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -3°C (27°F) with a dewpoint of -11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. 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 5 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (268 ft)
Pressure Alt
66 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,030 ft
ISA Deviation: -17.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYGH 101740Z 1018/1023 VRB03KT P6SM FEW240 BECMG 1019/1021 09005KT RMK NXT FCST BY 111400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGH
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 4,434 ft 98 ft GVL 92° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYGH

2,286 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.6%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
8.4%
LIFR
4.2%

Fort Good Hope Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -47°C to 20°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 12.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
8.7%
E
16.9%
SE
2.7%
S
10.9%
SW
12.1%
W
23.6%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -16.8°C
Range: -47°C to 20°C
-47°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 17.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 4.9%

Best Months for VFR

March April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,286 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fort Good Hope Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGH
IATA Code: YGH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 268 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Good Hope
Country: CA
Latitude: 66.240658°
Longitude: -128.647757°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,434 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Fort Good Hope Airport

Fort Good Hope Airport (CYGH/YGH) is located in Fort Good Hope, CA at an elevation of 268 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 4,434 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 2,286 weather observations shows CYGH maintains VFR conditions 70.6% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 12.6% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYGH come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 5.3 knots. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, April, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -47°C (-53°F) to 20°C (68°F), averaging -16.8°C (2°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.92 to 31.24 inHg (979-1058 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,286 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.