Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRLethbridge County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,500 feet and 9 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,500 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
|
6,500 ft | 200 ft | ASP | 70° |
↑ 11.8 kt
•
↔ 2.1 kt
10° angle
|
| 13/31 | 5,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 140° |
↑ 0.0 kt
•
↔ 12.0 kt
90° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYQL
9,417 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Lethbridge County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, July, October.
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Statistics computed from 9,417 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Lethbridge County Airport - Airport Information
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About Lethbridge County Airport
Overview
Lethbridge County Airport (CYQL) is a medium-sized airport serving the Lethbridge region in southern Alberta, Canada. Situated at an elevation of 3,048 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, with two asphalt runways capable of handling various aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 80% of the time, with moderate variability in weather patterns. Temperature ranges from -28°C to 31°C create significant seasonal challenges, while prevailing westerly winds at an average of 10.9 knots characterize the local meteorological environment. Pilots should note that September, October, and January historically offer the most stable VFR conditions.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates 49.630299, -112.800003, Lethbridge County Airport features two parallel runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,500 feet and Runway 13/31 at 5,500 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 06/24 experiencing an average crosswind of 4.8 knots and Runway 13/31 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.3 knots. Visibility typically averages 24 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions.
Approach Considerations
Wind patterns strongly favor both runways, providing consistent approach options for pilots. The airport experiences wind speeds up to 45 knots, with calm conditions occurring 2.3% of the time. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, as fog occurs 3.6% of the time and conditions below 3 statute miles happen in 2.1% of observations.
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