Abbotsford International Airport

CYXX / YXX

Abbotsford, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
5 kt
30°
15 SM
Visibility
3,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXX 040200Z 03005KT 15SM BKN031 OVC055 09/09 A2994 RMK CU5SC3 SLP143

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 195 ft
BKN 3,100 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,295 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,695 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (195 ft)
Pressure Alt
173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -500 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXX 032340Z 0400/0424 21006KT P6SM SCT015 OVC030 TEMPO 0400/0409 3SM -RA BR SCT005 BKN012 FM040900 19006KT P6SM SCT015 BKN040 TEMPO 0409/0411 5SM -RA BR BKN015 FM041100 VRB03KT P6SM SCT005 OVC025 TEMPO 0411/0419 2SM -SHRA BR BKN005 OVC015 FM041900 22008KT P6SM BKN030 TEMPO 0419/0424 5SM -SHRA BR SCT030 RMK NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
09:00Z FM040900
+7h
VFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
11:00Z FM041100
+9h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YXX
01L ✈️
19R
01
19
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,328 ft 200 ft ASP 25°
5.0 kt 0.4 kt
5° angle
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 01L
1,500 ft 100 ft GRS 27°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
07/25 9,600 ft 200 ft PEM 86°
2.8 kt 4.1 kt
56° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYXX

4,739 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.6%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
3.7%

Abbotsford International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 8.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.8%
NE
20.1%
E
6.9%
SE
2.1%
S
21.6%
SW
10.5%
W
2.9%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -5°C to 30°C
-5°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 15.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt
Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,739 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Abbotsford International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYXX
IATA Code: YXX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 195 ft MSL

Location

City: Abbotsford
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.025299°
Longitude: -122.361000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,328 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 01L/19R
Length: 1,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 9,600 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Abbotsford International Airport

Overview

Abbotsford International Airport serves the Fraser Valley region in British Columbia, Canada, located approximately 40 miles east of Vancouver. As a medium-sized airport with three runways, it supports diverse aviation operations including commercial, cargo, and general aviation traffic. The airport's elevation of 195 feet MSL and strategic location make it a key transportation hub in southwestern British Columbia.

Flying Conditions

Abbotsford experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 72.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 30°C, with an average of 8.7°C, creating relatively stable flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 6.4 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots. Pilots should note that September, October, and January consistently offer the best VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying lengths and surfaces: a 9,600-foot paved runway (07/25), a 5,328-foot asphalt runway (01/19), and a 1,500-foot grass runway (01L/19R). All runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind components. The geographic positioning provides pilots with multiple approach and departure options depending on meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Wind conditions suggest runway 07/25 as the primary operational runway, with an average crosswind of 4.4 knots. Visibility averages 15.1 statute miles, with only 2.2% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog (2% of observations) and maintain situational awareness during marginal weather. The consistently low crosswind values across all runways provide flexibility in aircraft positioning and landing strategies.

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.