Edmonton International Airport

CYEG / YEG

Edmonton, CA

Last Updated
Jul 26, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
4 kt
250°
20 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEG 261600Z 25004KT 200V360 20SM FEW015 FEW250 18/14 A2989 RMK CF1CI1 CF TR SLP125 DENSITY ALT 3400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,373 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,873 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
27,373 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Edmonton International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft, few at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Smoke, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 01:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
933 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,373 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,411 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,341 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYEG 261440Z 2615/2712 VRB03KT P6SM FEW100 BKN250 FM261800 30006KT P6SM SCT025 TEMPO 2618/2621 BKN025 FM262100 30006KT P6SM FEW030 BKN220 BECMG 2623/2701 12008KT FM270100 12008KT P6SM SCT220 TEMPO 2701/2712 6SM FU BECMG 2706/2708 22006KT RMK NXT FCST BY 261800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
18:00Z FM261800
+2h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
21:00Z FM262100
+5h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEG
02
20 ✈️
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
11,000 ft 200 ft ASP 33°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
12/30 10,200 ft 200 ft ASP 135°
1.7 kt 3.6 kt
115° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEG

10,235 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
2.7%

Edmonton International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.8%
N
14.9%
S
16.5%
W
14.3%
NE
5.3%
NW
15.9%
SE
14.9%
SW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.9°C
Range: -32°C to 30°C
-32°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 15.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,235 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Edmonton International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEG
IATA Code: YEG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,373 ft MSL

Location

City: Edmonton
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.309700°
Longitude: -113.580002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 11,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Edmonton International Airport

Overview

Edmonton International Airport serves as the primary commercial and cargo airport for the Edmonton metropolitan area and northern Alberta. Located at 53.309700, -113.580002, the airport sits at an elevation of 2,373 feet above mean sea level, making it a significant transportation hub in western Canada. As a large airport, it supports extensive commercial passenger and freight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,373 ft MSL and prairie location create varied seasonal weather conditions that pilots must anticipate. Winter months can present significant challenges with potential low visibility, snow, and crosswind conditions. Summer typically offers more stable flying conditions, though thunderstorm activity can be prevalent in the region.

Notable Features

Edmonton International Airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 02/20 measuring 11,000 feet and Runway 12/30 measuring 10,200 feet. The long runway lengths provide excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types, including large commercial and cargo aircraft. The airport's geographical position allows for relatively unobstructed approaches with minimal terrain complications.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations given the airport's open prairie environment. The two perpendicular runways (02/20 and 12/30) offer strategic wind coverage, allowing operations in multiple wind conditions. Approach planning should consider the airport's elevation and potential crosswind components, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

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.