Lloydminster Airport

CYLL / YLL

Lloydminster, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
06:00Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
-17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -20°C
8 kt
140°
9 SM
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYLL 050600Z AUTO 14008KT 9SM -SN OVC011 M17/M20 A2990 RMK SLP189

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,193 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,293 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
940 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,193 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,201 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,113 ft
ISA Deviation: -27.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYLL 050602Z 0506/0518 14008KT P6SM OVC010 TEMPO 0506/0509 3SM -SN BR OVC005 FM050900 14007KT 6SM BR OVC008 TEMPO 0509/0515 1SM -SN BR OVC004 PROB30 0509/0515 3/4SM BR OVC002 FM051500 18006KT P6SM OVC015 TEMPO 0515/0518 OVC008 BECMG 0516/0518 22010KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:18Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
09:00Z FM050900
+3h
IFR 140° 7 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
09:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Snow, Mist
09:00Z PROB30
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLL
08 ✈️
26
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,577 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
1,500 ft 100 ft GRS 122°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYLL

5,891 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.3%
MVFR
20.7%
IFR
11%
LIFR
5.9%

Lloydminster Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.5%
NE
5.7%
E
12.7%
SE
14.5%
S
13.1%
SW
8.4%
W
17.4%
NW
16.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.5°C
Range: -33°C to 29°C
-33°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.2%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,891 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lloydminster Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLL
IATA Code: YLL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,193 ft MSL

Location

City: Lloydminster
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.309200°
Longitude: -110.072998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 1,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Lloydminster Airport

Overview

Lloydminster Airport serves the border region between Alberta and Saskatchewan, situated at an elevation of 2,193 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional aviation needs with two runways capable of handling various aircraft types. The airport's unique location on the provincial border makes it a strategic transportation hub for the Lloydminster area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 62.4% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 20.4% of observations. The airport experiences significant temperature variations, ranging from -33°C to 29°C, with an average temperature of -5.2°C. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10.3 statute miles, though fog and reduced visibility can occur in 4.2% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 5,577-foot asphalt runway (08/26) and a secondary 1,500-foot grass runway (11/29). Prevailing winds are westerly at 270 degrees, with an average speed of 9.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 38 knots. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with modest average crosswind components of 6.1 and 4.9 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions at Lloydminster Airport. Pilots should anticipate westerly winds and prepare for potential temperature extremes. The primary asphalt runway (08/26) provides the most substantial landing surface and is likely the preferred option for most aircraft operations.

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.