Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport

CYWG / YWG

Winnipeg, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -13°C
11 kt
30°
15 SM
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYWG 041000Z 03011KT 15SM OVC026 M10/M13 A3013 RMK ST8 SLP223

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 783 ft
OVC 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,383 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (783 ft)
Pressure Alt
581 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,231 ft
ISA Deviation: -23.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYWG 040540Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT P6SM SCT015 BKN100 TEMPO 0406/0412 BKN015 OVC100 BECMG 0410/0412 04012G22KT FM041200 04012G22KT P6SM BKN025 OVC140 TEMPO 0412/0418 BKN012 OVC140 FM041800 02015G25KT P6SM OVC025 TEMPO 0418/0502 5SM -SN OVC012 FM050200 04010G20KT P6SM BKN025 BKN180 TEMPO 0502/0506 BKN020 BKN180 RMK NXT FCST BY 041200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
12:00Z FM041200
+2h
MVFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
MVFR 20° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YWG
07
25
13
31
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 4,500 ft 200 ft ASP 75°
7.8 kt 7.8 kt
45° angle
13/31 8,700 ft 200 ft ASP 137°
3.2 kt 10.5 kt
107° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
11,000 ft 200 ft ASP 189°
9.5 kt 5.5 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 - CYWG

4,681 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
20.8%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
3.9%

Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -38°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13%
NE
6.7%
E
5.3%
SE
7.9%
S
25.4%
SW
4.9%
W
17.3%
NW
18.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.4°C
Range: -38°C to 30°C
-38°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 12.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.6%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

March February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,681 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYWG
IATA Code: YWG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 783 ft MSL

Location

City: Winnipeg
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.910000°
Longitude: -97.239899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 8,700 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 11,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport

Overview

Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in Manitoba, Canada. Located at coordinates 49.910000, -97.239899, the airport sits at an elevation of 783 feet mean sea level. As a large airport, it supports significant regional and international air traffic for the Winnipeg metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Winnipeg's airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of the Canadian prairies. The multiple runway configuration (07/25, 13/31, and 18/36) provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Runways range from 4,500 to 11,000 feet in length, all constructed with asphalt surfaces, enabling accommodations for diverse aircraft types.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer comprehensive directional coverage, with the longest runway (18/36) measuring 11,000 feet. This extensive runway length supports large commercial aircraft operations and provides substantial landing and takeoff options. The airport's mid-continental location means pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes characteristic of prairie environments.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared to utilize different runways based on prevailing wind conditions, with the three-runway configuration offering significant operational flexibility. The 11,000-foot runway (18/36) provides the most extensive operational capabilities for larger aircraft. Given the airport's elevation and geographic location, pilots should maintain heightened awareness of potential wind shear and temperature variations.

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.