Teslin Airport

CYZW / YZW

Teslin, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
260°
30 SM
Visibility
6,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYZW 042000Z 26004KT 170V340 30SM SCT054 BKN061 OVC100 14/03 A2992 RMK SC3SC3AC2 SLP147 DENSITY ALT 2800FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,313 ft
SCT 5,400 ft AGL
BKN 6,100 ft AGL
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,713 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,413 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,313 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Teslin Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. The ceiling is 6100 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
936 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,313 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,321 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,756 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYZW 041740Z 0418/0501 16005KT P6SM SCT050 BKN120 TEMPO 0418/0501 P6SM -SHRA BKN050 BECMG 0422/0424 27008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 051500Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
22:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 270° 8 kt
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YZW
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,028 ft 100 ft GVL 107°
3.9 kt 0.7 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 - CYZW

2,999 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
10%
IFR
3%
LIFR
1%

Teslin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 9.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
20%
N
2.2%
S
19%
W
17.5%
NE
12.9%
NW
1.3%
SE
10%
SW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.1°C
Range: -45°C to 25°C
-45°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 23.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

July May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,999 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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

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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.