Coffs Harbour Airport

YCFS / CFS

Coffs Harbour, AU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
8 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YCFS 042030Z AUTO 32008KT 9999 // NCD 23/20 Q1014

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YCFS 041722Z 0418/0518 34007KT 9999 SCT025 FM050100 04016KT CAVOK BECMG 0510/0512 34005KT 9999 BKN014 INTER 0511/0518 5000 SHRA BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z FM050100
+5h
VFR 40° 16 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CFS
03
21
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 6,824 ft 148 ft ASP 41°
1.3 kt 7.9 kt
81° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
2,785 ft 60 ft ASP 107°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YCFS

8,697 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.8%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
0.8%

Coffs Harbour Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 36°C with an average of 21.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.9%
NE
17.5%
E
4.3%
SE
5.4%
S
12.4%
SW
18.5%
W
6.7%
NW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.9°C
Range: 6°C to 36°C
6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,697 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coffs Harbour Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YCFS
IATA Code: CFS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Coffs Harbour
Country: AU
Latitude: -30.320601°
Longitude: 153.115997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,824 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 2,785 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coffs Harbour Airport

Overview

Coffs Harbour Airport serves the coastal region of New South Wales, Australia, located at coordinates -30.320601, 153.115997. As a medium-sized airport situated at 18 feet above mean sea level, it supports regional and general aviation operations. The airport features two asphalted runways: the primary 03/21 runway at 6,824 feet and a secondary 10/28 runway at 2,785 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Coffs Harbour Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 82.9% of observations supporting VFR operations. The prevailing wind is from the north at an average of 9.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature variability is moderate, ranging from 6°C to 36°C with an average of 21.4°C, and pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignment. Runway 03/21 experiences an average crosswind of 3.9 knots, while runway 10/28 has a slightly higher average crosswind of 7.7 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions given the airport's consistent wind patterns and excellent visibility. The north-facing prevailing winds make runway selection straightforward, with minimal wind-related complications. With calm conditions present 5.5% of the time and typically low crosswind components, pilots can expect predictable landing and takeoff experiences.

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.