Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport

CYYZ / YYZ

Toronto, CA

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:10Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
05:10Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
6 kt
150°
15 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYYZ 100510Z 15006KT 15SM SCT058 BKN095 BKN260 20/18 A2984 RMK SC3AC3CI1 SLP104 DENSITY ALT 1500FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 569 ft
SCT 5,800 ft AGL
BKN 9,500 ft AGL
BKN 26,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,369 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,069 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
26,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,569 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,500 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 knots. Runway 15L/33R is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Drizzle, Mist, Mist, Fog, FCST. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (569 ft)
Pressure Alt
667 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,404 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYYZ 100542Z 1006/1112 15006KT P6SM SCT006 BKN040 TEMPO 1006/1010 4SM -SHRA VCTS BR BKN005 OVC030CB FM101000 17005KT 1SM -DZ BR OVC003 TEMPO 1010/1012 6SM BR BKN004 OVC015 PROB30 1010/1012 3/8SM FG VV002 FM101200 17005KT 6SM BR BKN004 OVC020 TEMPO 1012/1014 P6SM NSW SCT005 BKN025 FM101400 22008KT P6SM BKN030 BECMG 1016/1018 24012G22KT BECMG 1019/1021 27012G22KT FM102100 27012G22KT P6SM SCT040 BECMG 1022/1024 28010KT BECMG 1105/1107 VRB03KT RMK NXT FCST BY 100900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
10:00Z FM101000
+4h
LIFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
10:00Z TEMPO
+4h
LIFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
10:00Z PROB30
+4h
LIFR
Visibility: 3/8SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYZ
05
23
06L
24R
06R
24L
15L ✈️
33R
15R ✈️
33L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 11,120 ft 200 ft ASP/CONC 47°
1.3 kt 5.8 kt
103° angle
06L/24R 9,697 ft 200 ft ASP 47°
1.3 kt 5.8 kt
103° angle
06R/24L 9,000 ft 200 ft ASP 47°
1.3 kt 5.8 kt
103° angle
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 15L
11,050 ft 200 ft ASP 137°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 15R/33L
Active: 15R
9,088 ft 200 ft ASP 137°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYZ

7,754 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.7%
MVFR
19.3%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
4.3%

Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.8%
N
14.4%
S
8.7%
W
20.5%
NE
4.3%
NW
13.1%
SE
10.8%
SW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.3°C
Range: -21°C to 31°C
-21°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 12.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

June October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 15L/33R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 15R/33L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,754 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYZ
IATA Code: YYZ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 569 ft MSL

Location

City: Toronto
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.677200°
Longitude: -79.630600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 11,120 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP/CONC
ILS: No
Runway 06L/24R
Length: 9,697 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15L/33R
Length: 11,050 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15R/33L
Length: 9,088 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport

Overview

Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport serves as a major international aviation hub located in the Greater Toronto Area. Situated at 43.6772° N, 569 feet above mean sea level, the airport plays a critical role in connecting Canada's largest metropolitan region with global destinations. Its strategic location and multiple runways enable high-volume commercial and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's five runways range from 9,000 to 11,120 feet in length, providing significant operational flexibility across various weather conditions. With runways oriented in multiple directions (05/23, 06L/24R, 06R/24L, 15L/33R, 15R/33L), pilots can anticipate multiple landing and takeoff options depending on wind direction and meteorological conditions. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to potential variable wind patterns typical of the southeastern Ontario region.

Notable Features

Toronto Pearson's runway configuration allows for simultaneous parallel approaches and complex air traffic management. The airport features multiple concrete and asphalt surfaces, enabling operations for wide-body commercial aircraft and supporting diverse aviation activities. Its multiple runway orientations provide natural wind mitigation strategies, which is critical for safe aircraft operations in a region experiencing significant seasonal meteorological variations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios given the airport's diverse runway headings. The substantial runway lengths (longest at 11,120 feet) accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and provide substantial safety margins for landing and takeoff procedures. Approach planning should consider the airport's elevation and potential wind variations across the different runway configurations.

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.