Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport

CYXC / YXC

Cranbrook, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
3 kt
270°
25 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXC 050700Z 27003KT 25SM FEW081 FEW130 SCT220 M00/M00 A2976 RMK AC1AC1CI2 SLP101

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,082 ft
FEW 8,100 ft AGL
FEW 13,000 ft AGL
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,182 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
13,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,082 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,082 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
905 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,082 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,240 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,180 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYXC 050640Z 0507/0519 VRB03KT P6SM FEW050 SCT120 TEMPO 0507/0510 BKN050 FM051000 VRB03KT P6SM FEW020 BKN060 TEMPO 0510/0519 5SM -SHRASN BR BKN020 RMK NXT FCST BY 051300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z FM051000
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers RASN, Mist, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YXC
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 178°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYXC

4,666 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.1%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
4.4%

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 16.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
3.5%
E
5.6%
SE
12%
S
24.4%
SW
10.1%
W
14%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -17°C to 28°C
-17°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 18.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,666 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYXC
IATA Code: YXC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,082 ft MSL

Location

City: Cranbrook
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.610802°
Longitude: -115.781998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport

Overview

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport serves the southeastern British Columbia region, situated at an elevation of 3082 ft MSL in the mountainous Canadian Rockies terrain. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Cranbrook area, supporting regional and international aviation operations on its primary 6000-ft asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions at 72.9%, with MVFR conditions occurring 14.8% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -17°C to 28°C, creating varied flying environments throughout the year. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°) at an average of 6 knots, with occasional peaks up to 21 knots and calm periods at 15.6% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's mountain location presents complex terrain considerations for pilots, with significant elevation and potential orographic effects. Its international classification suggests capability for diverse aircraft operations, though the moderate runway length of 6000 ft requires standard terrain and approach planning for different aircraft categories.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with a minimal average crosswind of 2.9 knots. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing optimal flying conditions for pilots navigating the Canadian Rockies region. Pilots should anticipate potential visibility restrictions, with 5.1% of observations reporting fog and 4.1% showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

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

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.