Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

CYTZ / YTZ

Toronto, CA

Last Updated
Feb 17, 05:38Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
05:38Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
0 kt
3 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYTZ 170538Z AUTO 00000KT 3SM BR OVC014 02/02 A2995 RMK SLP147

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 252 ft
OVC 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,652 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
230 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,270 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYTZ 170401Z 1704/1802 VRB03KT 1 1/2SM BR BKN008 OVC025 TEMPO 1704/1706 6SM BR SCT008 OVC025 PROB30 1704/1706 1SM -DZ BR OVC004 FM170600 24010KT 6SM BR SCT006 OVC012 TEMPO 1706/1712 3SM BR BKN006 OVC012 PROB30 1706/1712 2SM BR OVC005 FM171200 28006KT P6SM SCT008 BKN012 TEMPO 1712/1716 5SM BR BKN008 OVC012 BECMG 1713/1715 32008KT FM171600 32008KT P6SM BKN015 FM171800 35006KT P6SM SCT015 BECMG 1718/1720 VRB03KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 170800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:49Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
06:00Z FM170600
+1h
IFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
06:00Z PROB30
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTZ
06
24
08
26
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,933 ft 150 ft ASP 48°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
48° angle
08/26 3,988 ft 150 ft ASP 69°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
69° angle
15/33 2,780 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYTZ

6,133 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61%
MVFR
29%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
2.3%

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
7.3%
E
15.9%
SE
4.1%
S
6.1%
SW
16.6%
W
29.5%
NW
13.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.5°C
Range: -19°C to 26°C
-19°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,133 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYTZ
IATA Code: YTZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 252 ft MSL

Location

City: Toronto
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.627499°
Longitude: -79.396202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,933 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,988 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,780 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

Overview

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport serves as a strategic urban airport located in downtown Toronto, Canada. Situated at 252 feet MSL with three asphalt runways, the airport provides critical aviation services for the metropolitan area. Its proximity to Toronto's city center makes it a key transportation infrastructure for regional and local aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYTZ demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 60.4% of observations. Westerly winds averaging 11.9 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 26°C. Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with visibility typically around 7.9 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three parallel runways with lengths ranging from 2,780 to 3,988 feet, offering multiple landing options. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components between 4.8 and 9.6 knots. The airport's urban location presents unique operational considerations typical of a city center airfield.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the prevailing westerly winds and high percentage of VFR conditions. Runway selection can be flexible due to consistent wind favorability across all runways. Pilots should anticipate potential urban environment challenges and prepare for potential rapid weather changes, with instrument meteorological conditions occurring in approximately 11% of observations.

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.