Sherbrooke Airport

CYSC / YSC

Sherbrooke, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
6 kt
250°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYSC 050500Z AUTO 25006KT 9SM CLR 02/M03 A3017 RMK SLP230
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (792 ft)
Pressure Alt
530 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -840 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYSC 042340Z 0500/0503 26008KT P6SM FEW240 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YSC
13
31 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
14/32 6,000 ft 150 ft ASPH
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYSC

8,664 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
41.1%
MVFR
45.9%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
3.3%

Sherbrooke Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 41.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 9.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.2%
NE
7.6%
E
13.1%
SE
5.8%
S
5.5%
SW
13.1%
W
37.2%
NW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.6°C
Range: -32°C to 28°C
-32°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,664 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sherbrooke Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYSC
IATA Code: YSC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 792 ft MSL

Location

City: Sherbrooke
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.438599°
Longitude: -71.691399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Sherbrooke Airport

Overview

Sherbrooke Airport serves the Estrie region in southeastern Quebec, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the area. Located at an elevation of 792 ft MSL, the airport offers medium-sized airport capabilities with two substantial runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations. Its strategic positioning makes it a key transportation node for regional and general aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions predominating at 45% of observations. The airport experiences significant temperature range from -29°C to 28°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning and potential winter operations considerations. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at an average of 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 31 knots and calm conditions occurring 9.2% of the time.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (13/31 and 14/32) are identically long at 6000 ft with asphalt surfaces, providing robust operational flexibility. The airport demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind coverage and manageable average crosswind conditions (4.7-5.3 knots). Visibility averages 7.1 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring in 6.9% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential IFR conditions (10% of observations) and be prepared for occasional low IFR scenarios (4.1% of the time). The consistent westerly wind pattern suggests runway selections will typically favor 13/31 or 14/32 configurations, with minimal wind-related approach restrictions.

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

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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.