Buffalo Narrows Airport

CYVT / YVT

Buffalo Narrows, CA

Last Updated
Apr 11, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
6 kt
130°
9 SM
Visibility
8,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVT 110200Z AUTO 13006KT 9SM OVC086 02/M00 A2990 RMK SLP154

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,423 ft
OVC 8,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,023 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Buffalo Narrows Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,600 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 8600 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST between 02:00Z and 04:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
966 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,423 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,431 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 213 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYVT 102040Z 1021/1104 18008KT P6SM SCT020 OVC040 TEMPO 1021/1102 3SM -SHRA BR BKN020 FM110200 12006KT P6SM SCT012 BKN030 TEMPO 1102/1104 5SM -SHRA BR BKN012 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 111400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 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°
4.0 kt 4.5 kt
48° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,006 ft 100 ft ASP 129°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYVT

8,613 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.2%
MVFR
36.7%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
0.8%

Buffalo Narrows Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 9.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.1 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, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.4%
NE
8.9%
E
8.1%
SE
11.9%
S
17.1%
SW
6.9%
W
7.8%
NW
19.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -9.7°C
Range: -39°C to 28°C
-39°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,613 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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 54.2% of the time based on 8,613 observations, CYVT requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 9.1% 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 8.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 34 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 12/30 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, April, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -39°C (-38°F) to 28°C (82°F), averaging -9.7°C (15°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.09 to 30.88 inHg (985-1046 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 8,613 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.