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Weather Briefing
VFROttawa / Gatineau Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (360°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
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6,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 75° |
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↔ 4.0 kt
90° angle
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Weather Statistics - CYND
5,427 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ottawa / Gatineau Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, June.
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Statistics computed from 5,427 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Ottawa / Gatineau Airport - Airport Information
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About Ottawa / Gatineau Airport
Overview
Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (CYND) serves the National Capital Region, strategically located between Ottawa, Ontario and Gatineau, Quebec. As a medium-sized airport positioned at 211 ft MSL, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the metropolitan area, supporting general aviation and regional transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 60.1% of observations indicating clear weather and an average visibility of 11.8 statute miles. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -27°C to 29°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning and potential winter operations considerations. The most consistent VFR months are September, October, and December.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway 09/27, 6,000 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Prevailing winds from the east (90°) at an average of 7.4 knots create predictable wind conditions, with maximum recorded gusts of 26 knots. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 6.6% of the time.
Approach Considerations
Runway 09/27 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 2.8 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility periods, as 7.4% of observations report visibility below 3 statute miles and 3.8% indicate fog conditions. Standard preparation for variable weather conditions is recommended.
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