Teslin Airport

CYZW / YZW

Teslin, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -19°C
6 kt
90°
30 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYZW 050000Z 09006KT 060V120 30SM OVC050 M15/M19 A2944 RMK SC8 LAST STFD OBS/NXT 051600Z SLP036

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,313 ft
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,313 ft AMSL
QNH
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
920 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,313 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,801 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -244 ft
ISA Deviation: -25.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYZW 041740Z 0418/0424 08010G20KT P6SM BKN060 TEMPO 0418/0424 5SM -SN BECMG 0422/0424 16006KT RMK NXT FCST BY 051800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YZW
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,028 ft 100 ft GVL 107°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYZW

1,739 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.4%
MVFR
14%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
1.7%

Teslin Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.6%
NE
21%
E
28.1%
SE
9.5%
S
9%
SW
2.4%
W
13.9%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -7.1°C
Range: -45°C to 18°C
-45°C 18°C

Visibility

Average: 21.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 1,739 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Teslin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYZW
IATA Code: YZW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,313 ft MSL

Location

City: Teslin
Country: CA
Latitude: 60.172798°
Longitude: -132.742996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,028 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Teslin Airport

Overview

Teslin Airport serves the Teslin region in Yukon, Canada, located at coordinates 60.172798, -132.742996. Situated at an elevation of 2,313 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation access to a remote northern location. The airport supports regional transportation needs with its single runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

Weather patterns at Teslin Airport demonstrate predominantly VFR conditions, with 81% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Winter temperatures averaging -5.8°C and ranging as low as -45°C create challenging cold-weather flying environments. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 22 statute miles, though occasional fog (3.2% of observations) and reduced visibility can occur.

Notable Features

The 5,028-foot gravel (GVL) runway 09/27 is aligned to handle the prevailing easterly winds. Wind conditions are relatively moderate, with an average speed of 5.9 knots and maximum gusts reaching 19 knots. The airport experiences calm wind conditions in 5.7% of observations, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, offering more stable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential cold-weather and occasional reduced visibility challenges typical of the northern Yukon region.

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.