Kugaaruk Airport

CYBB / YBB

Kugaaruk, CA

Last Updated
Jun 19, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
40°
15 SM
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBB 191300Z 04006KT 15SM OVC006 05/04 A3015 RMK SF8 SLP213

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
OVC 600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
656 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kugaaruk Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 600 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 6 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
-177 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,364 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBB
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
5,000 ft 100 ft GVL 49°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBB

3,211 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.9%
MVFR
27.8%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
1.5%

Kugaaruk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 11.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -46°C to 13°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.6%
N
9.7%
S
4%
W
20.1%
NE
6.7%
NW
5.8%
SE
4.7%
SW
39.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -16.2°C
Range: -46°C to 13°C
-46°C 13°C

Visibility

Average: 11.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.4%
Fog Frequency: 6%

Best Months for VFR

April March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,211 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kugaaruk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBB
IATA Code: YBB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Kugaaruk
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.535711°
Longitude: -89.805508°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Kugaaruk Airport

Kugaaruk Airport (CYBB/YBB) is located in Kugaaruk, CA at an elevation of 56 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 5,000 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 60.9% of the time based on 3,211 observations, CYBB requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 11.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 4.4% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYBB come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 11.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 31 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -46°C (-51°F) to 13°C (55°F), averaging -16.2°C (3°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.98 to 30.94 inHg (981-1048 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,211 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). 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.