Prince Rupert Airport

CYPR / YPR

Prince Rupert, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
4 kt
280°
9 SM
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPR 050300Z AUTO 28004KT 240V320 9SM OVC046 05/M01 A2997 RMK SLP151

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 116 ft
OVC 4,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,716 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (116 ft)
Pressure Alt
64 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,108 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYPR 050040Z 0501/0513 27010G20KT P6SM SCT015 BKN030 TEMPO 0501/0509 5SM -SHRA BKN015 OVC030 BECMG 0504/0506 18005KT FM050900 14010G20KT P6SM SCT010 OVC030 TEMPO 0509/0513 3SM -SHRA BR FEW006 OVC010 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
04:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 180° 5 kt
09:00Z FM050900
+6h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+6h
IFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPR
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
6,000 ft 200 ft ASP 151°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYPR

8,229 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.2%
MVFR
39.9%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
1.6%

Prince Rupert Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
7.3%
E
15.3%
SE
42.7%
S
11.4%
SW
5.6%
W
5.5%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -9°C to 24°C
-9°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 7.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,229 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Prince Rupert Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYPR
IATA Code: YPR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 116 ft MSL

Location

City: Prince Rupert
Country: CA
Latitude: 54.286098°
Longitude: -130.445007°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Prince Rupert Airport

Overview

Prince Rupert Airport serves the coastal community of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, located in a strategically important maritime region. As a medium-sized airport positioned at 116 ft MSL, it supports regional transportation needs with a single 6000ft asphalted runway oriented 13/31.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 55.2% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 36.9% of observations. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 24°C, with an average of 5.8°C, and average visibility around 7.7 statute miles. Southeastern winds dominate at 135°, averaging 8 knots with occasional gusts up to 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location introduces complex terrain and maritime weather patterns characteristic of British Columbia's northwest region. Wind conditions demonstrate significant southeastern influence, with calm conditions observed in only 4.7% of recorded observations. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather effects, including periodic fog and reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.2 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential low visibility periods, with observations showing 2.8% of reports having visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.