Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

CYEV / YEV

Inuvik, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -23°C
3 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
5,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEV 041800Z 28003KT 250V310 10SM -SN BKN051 M21/M23 A3001 RMK SC7 SLP174

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 224 ft
BKN 5,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,324 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (224 ft)
Pressure Alt
142 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -4,124 ft
ISA Deviation: -35.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYEV 041240Z 0413/0501 27006KT P6SM SCT015 OVC040 TEMPO 0413/0501 4SM -SN BKN015 OVC040 RMK NXT FCST BY 041900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEV
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 85°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEV

5,472 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.9%
MVFR
26.2%
IFR
15.7%
LIFR
6.2%

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 11.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.6%
NE
8.5%
E
17.1%
SE
6%
S
5.7%
SW
4.5%
W
22.6%
NW
16.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.9°C
Range: -45°C to 16°C
-45°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 11.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.2%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,472 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEV
IATA Code: YEV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 224 ft MSL

Location

City: Inuvik
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.304199°
Longitude: -133.483002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

Overview

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport serves the northern Canadian community of Inuvik, located in the Northwest Territories at 68.3° North latitude. As a medium-sized airport situated in the Arctic region, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a remote area with limited ground access, supporting regional and resource exploration operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with flight rules predominantly in VFR (47.3%) and MVFR (27.3%) conditions. Winter temperatures can plummet to -45°C, while summer highs reach 16°C, creating challenging and dynamic aviation environments. Visibility averages 11.3 statute miles, with fog present 11.7% of the time and reduced visibility below 3SM in 7.6% of observations.

Notable Features

Located at 224 feet mean sea level, Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport features a single 6000-foot asphalt runway (06/24) oriented to accommodate the prevailing westerly winds. The airport's high-latitude position means extended periods of darkness in winter and extended daylight in summer, which can significantly impact flight planning and operations.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 5.7 knots make runway 06/24 highly favorable, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility and be prepared for rapid weather changes characteristic of Arctic environments, particularly during shoulder seasons.

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.