Yellowstone Regional Airport

KCOD / COD

Cody, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
21:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -10°C
4 kt
Variable G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCOD 042156Z AUTO VRB04G17KT 10SM CLR 16/M10 A2978 RMK AO2 SLP057 T01561100 $
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
838 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,102 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,260 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,604 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCOD 041732Z 0418/0518 24014G23KT P6SM FEW200 FM041900 20010KT P6SM SCT200 FM042300 25011KT P6SM OVC200 FM050400 23006KT P6SM OVC180 FM051400 34012G18KT P6SM OVC080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z FM050400
+5h
VFR 230° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 18,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
COD
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 8,268 ft 100 ft ASP 52° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCOD

4,204 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.4%
MVFR
4.7%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
1.6%

Yellowstone Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 13.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.8%
NE
10%
E
3.2%
SE
5.4%
S
11.6%
SW
12.2%
W
28.8%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -22°C to 28°C
-22°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,204 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yellowstone Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCOD
IATA Code: COD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,102 ft MSL

Location

City: Cody
Country: US
Latitude: 44.520199°
Longitude: -109.024002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,268 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yellowstone Regional Airport

Overview

Yellowstone Regional Airport serves the Cody, Wyoming area, positioned near the eastern entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Located at an elevation of 5,102 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation access to this mountainous region of northwestern Wyoming, supporting both general aviation and regional commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCOD are predominantly VFR, with 89.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Winds predominantly blow from the west at an average of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 28°C, which can impact aircraft performance and pilot preparation.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 5,102 feet requires careful performance calculations for aircraft. Runway 04/22 offers 8,268 feet of asphalt surface, providing substantial runway length for mountain airport operations. The surrounding terrain includes complex mountainous geography typical of northwest Wyoming, which can create localized wind and turbulence conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting 100% runway usability and an average crosswind of just 5 knots. September, January, and November historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions, with high visibility averaging 9.8 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential mountain weather variability and prepare accordingly.

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
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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.