Fort McMurray Airport

CYMM / YMM

Fort McMurray, CA

Last Updated
Feb 7, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
-11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -13°C
7 kt
310°
9 SM
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMM 071600Z AUTO 31007KT 9SM BKN008 OVC014 M11/M13 A2986 RMK ICE PAST HR SLP146

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,211 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
OVC 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,011 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,611 ft AMSL
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,211 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,279 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,550 ft
ISA Deviation: -23.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYMM 071544Z 0715/0801 32008KT 5SM BR OVC005 TEMPO 0715/0718 P6SM NSW OVC010 FM071800 33008KT P6SM -SN OVC008 TEMPO 0718/0720 P6SM NSW OVC012 FM072000 34008KT P6SM -SN OVC012 TEMPO 0720/0801 P6SM NSW SCT012 OVC020 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 071900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:26Z BASE
+0h
IFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM071800
+2h
IFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Snow
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
20:00Z FM072000
+4h
IFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Light Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMM
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
7,503 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYMM

5,869 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.9%
MVFR
30.4%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
2.4%

Fort McMurray Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.7%
NE
2.8%
E
21.6%
SE
11.3%
S
4.2%
SW
10.9%
W
14.2%
NW
23.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -9.4°C
Range: -40°C to 30°C
-40°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 7.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,869 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fort McMurray Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMM
IATA Code: YMM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,211 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort McMurray
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.653301°
Longitude: -111.222000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,503 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fort McMurray Airport

Overview

Fort McMurray Airport serves the oil sands region of northeastern Alberta, supporting critical resource development and transportation infrastructure. Located at 56.653301, -111.222000 with an elevation of 1211 ft MSL, the airport is a medium-sized facility crucial for regional commercial and industrial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Fort McMurray presents significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 59.6% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -40°C to 30°C, with an average of -9.1°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning and potential cold weather operational considerations. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315°, averaging 7.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 36 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single primary runway (08/26) measuring 7503 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind analysis indicates 100% runway favorability for 08/26, with an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. Visibility averages 7.7 statute miles, with limited instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring in 5.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions present 29.3% of the time and IFR conditions occurring in 8.4% of observations. Calm wind conditions exist 4.7% of the time, with prevailing northwest winds influencing approach and departure strategies.

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.