Camden East / Varty Lake Airport

CVL3

Camden East, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

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Currently using: CYGK
Weather Source: Kingston Norman Rogers Airport (CYGK)
Distance: 14nm / 26km from CVL3

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
03:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
240°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYGK 040300Z 24006KT 15SM FEW050 FEW120 SCT240 23/22 A2990 RMK CU1AC1CI2 LAST STFD OBS/NXT 041000Z SLP125 DENSITY ALT 1400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 480 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
SCT 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,480 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,480 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,480 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Camden East / Varty Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 24,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 6 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, few at 12,000 ft, scattered at 24,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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 7 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, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 20:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (480 ft)
Pressure Alt
488 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,563 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYGK 031940Z 0320/0403 22010KT P6SM SCT040 TEMPO 0320/0322 P6SM -SHRA BKN040 PROB40 0320/0322 2SM +TSRA BR BKN020 OVC040CB FM032200 24010KT P6SM FEW080 SCT200 BECMG 0401/0403 24005KT RMK NXT FCST BY 041200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VL3
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
1,312 ft 60 ft GRASS
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

Camden East / Varty Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CVL3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 480 ft MSL

Location

City: Camden East
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.409000°
Longitude: -76.805100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 1,312 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No

About Camden East / Varty Lake Airport

Camden East / Varty Lake Airport (CVL3) is located in Camden East, CA at an elevation of 480 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 1,312 feet.

Airport Overview

Camden East / Varty Lake Airport serves Camden East in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (06/24) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 1,312 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from CVL3, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.