Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport

CZVL

Edmonton, CA

Last Updated
Apr 12, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
7 kt
80°
9 SM
Visibility
3,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZVL 122300Z AUTO 08007KT 9SM OVC031 01/M04 A2980 RMK SLP119

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,256 ft
OVC 3,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,356 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,100 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 3100 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 1°C (34°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
934 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,256 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,384 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,245 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CZVL 121740Z 1218/1306 03008KT P6SM SCT015 OVC030 TEMPO 1218/1221 BKN015 FM122100 04008KT P6SM BKN030 BKN100 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 130000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZVL
08 ✈️
26
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,001 ft 100 ft ASP 103°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
16/34 3,500 ft 100 ft ASP 181°
1.3 kt 6.9 kt
101° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZVL

7,550 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.5%
MVFR
24.1%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
2.6%

Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.4%
NE
7.8%
E
10.7%
SE
10.1%
S
14.1%
SW
5%
W
14.4%
NW
17.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.3°C
Range: -33°C to 28°C
-33°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.6%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,550 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZVL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,256 ft MSL

Location

City: Edmonton
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.667500°
Longitude: -113.853996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport

Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport (CZVL) is located in Edmonton, CA at an elevation of 2,256 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 16/34), with the longest at 5,001 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 66.5% of the time based on 7,550 observations, CZVL requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 9.4% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CZVL come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 7.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 39 knots. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -33°C (-27°F) to 28°C (82°F), averaging -5.3°C (22°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.1 to 30.67 inHg (985-1039 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,550 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.