Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport

CWL3

Calmar, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

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Currently using: CYEG
Weather Source: Edmonton International Airport (CYEG)
Distance: 13nm / 25km from CWL3

Current Weather

Display Units
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10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
6 kt
280°
20 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEG 151000Z 28006KT 20SM FEW160 04/02 A2966 RMK AC1 SLP060

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,600 ft
FEW 16,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,600 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 16,000 feet and 20 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 16,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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 21 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 17:00Z and 01:00Z.

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.

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

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
917 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,600 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,878 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,182 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYEG 150840Z 1509/1606 28008KT P6SM FEW060 BECMG 1514/1516 31015G25KT FM151700 31015G25KT P6SM SCT060 BKN180 TEMPO 1517/1601 BKN060 OVC180 BECMG 1521/1523 04010KT FM160100 06008KT P6SM SCT030 BKN180 RMK NXT FCST BY 151200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 310° 15 kt
17:00Z FM151700
+6h
VFR 310° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 18,000 ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Ceiling: 6,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WL3
08 ✈️
26
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
1,396 ft 0 ft Turf
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
160° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
2,534 ft 0 ft Turf
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CWL3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,600 ft MSL

Location

City: Calmar
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.115969°
Longitude: -113.769039°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 1,396 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Turf
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,534 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Turf
ILS: No

About Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport

Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport (CWL3) is located in Calmar, CA at an elevation of 2,600 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 16/34), with the longest at 2,534 feet.

Airport Overview

Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport serves Calmar in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 16/34) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 2,534 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 CWL3, 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.