Calgary International Airport

CYYC / YYC

Calgary, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -12°C
7 kt
110°
--
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYC 040900Z 11007KT 1 3/4SM BR BKN004 M11/M12 A2984 RMK FG6SC2 SLP152

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,557 ft
BKN 400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,957 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
891 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,557 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,655 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,389 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYC 040840Z 0409/0506 05006KT 1 1/2SM BR OVC005 TEMPO 0409/0417 6SM -SN BR OVC010 PROB30 0409/0415 3/4SM BR OVC003 FM041700 16006KT P6SM SCT008 OVC015 TEMPO 0417/0420 BKN008 FM042000 13008KT P6SM BKN200 FM050300 01006KT P6SM SCT005 BKN180 RMK NXT FCST BY 041200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:37Z BASE
+0h
IFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
17:00Z FM041700
+8h
MVFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Ceiling: 800 ft
20:00Z FM042000
+11h
VFR 130° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYC
08
26
11 ✈️
29
17L
35R
17R
35L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 6,200 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
8,000 ft 200 ft ASP 119°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
17L/35R 14,000 ft 200 ft CONC 180°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
17R/35L 12,675 ft 200 ft ASP 180°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYC

4,609 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.6%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
2.1%

Calgary International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.5%
NE
5.3%
E
7.1%
SE
5.2%
S
25.4%
SW
10.4%
W
14.2%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.6°C
Range: -26°C to 28°C
-26°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 19.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 5.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,609 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Calgary International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYC
IATA Code: YYC
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,557 ft MSL

Location

City: Calgary
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.118822°
Longitude: -114.009933°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17L/35R
Length: 14,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 12,675 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Calgary International Airport

Overview

Calgary International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in western Canada, located in Alberta approximately 12 kilometers northeast of downtown Calgary. As a large international airport with significant infrastructure, CYYC handles diverse commercial, cargo, and general aviation traffic. The airport's substantial elevation of 3,557 feet mean sea level impacts aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Flying Conditions

Calgary's airport experiences significant seasonal variability typical of prairie region climate, with potential for rapid weather transitions. Winter conditions can produce challenging crosswind and low visibility scenarios, especially given the airport's multi-runway configuration. The comprehensive runway system (four runways ranging from 6,200 to 14,000 feet) provides operational flexibility across different meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in Alberta's foothills region introduces complex terrain interactions that can affect local wind patterns and turbulence. With runways oriented in multiple directions (08/26, 11/29, 17L/35R, 17R/35L), pilots have strategic options for approaches based on current wind vectors. The longest concrete runway (17L/35R at 14,000 feet) provides exceptional landing and takeoff capabilities for heavy aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential wind shear and turbulence due to the airport's elevation and surrounding topographical features. Runway selection will primarily depend on wind direction, with the 14,000-foot concrete runway (17L/35R) offering the most comprehensive operational parameters. The multiple runway orientations allow for adaptive approach strategies across different wind conditions.

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.