Buffalo Narrows Airport

CYVT / YVT

Buffalo Narrows, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:04Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
02:04Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -26°C
8 kt
140°
9 SM
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYVT 050204Z AUTO 14008KT 9SM -SN OVC029 M21/M26 A3004 RMK SLP225

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,423 ft
OVC 2,900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,323 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,423 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,311 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,667 ft
ISA Deviation: -33.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYVT 042040Z 0421/0504 15010KT P6SM OVC025 TEMPO 0421/0504 4SM -SN OVC020 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:13Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YVT
06
24
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,297 ft 75 ft ASP 82°
4.2 kt 6.8 kt
58° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,006 ft 100 ft ASP 129°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYVT

7,059 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.1%
MVFR
36.3%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
1%

Buffalo Narrows Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 9.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.9%
NE
7.4%
E
6.6%
SE
12%
S
18%
SW
7.2%
W
8.9%
NW
20.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -9.4°C
Range: -39°C to 28°C
-39°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,059 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Buffalo Narrows Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYVT
IATA Code: YVT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,423 ft MSL

Location

City: Buffalo Narrows
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.841900°
Longitude: -108.417999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,006 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Buffalo Narrows Airport

Buffalo Narrows Airport (CYVT/YVT) is located in Buffalo Narrows, CA at an elevation of 1,423 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (06/24, 12/30), with the longest at 5,006 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 54.1% of the time based on 7,059 observations, CYVT requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 9.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYVT come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 8.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 34 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 12/30 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, March, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -39°C (-38°F) to 28°C (82°F), averaging -9.4°C (15°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.1 to 30.88 inHg (985-1046 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,059 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.