Kugaaruk Airport

CYBB / YBB

Kugaaruk, CA

Last Updated
Apr 29, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -13°C
4 kt
20°
15 SM
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBB 292100Z 02004KT 15SM SCT100 BKN230 M09/M13 A3001 RMK AC3CI2 SLP166

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,056 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,056 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kugaaruk Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 23,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -9°C (16°F) with a dewpoint of -13°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 5 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
-27 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,894 ft
ISA Deviation: -23.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYBB 291846Z 2919/2924 24010KT P6SM SCT020 OVC040 TEMPO 2919/2924 4SM -SN BKN020 OVC040 BECMG 2919/2921 35012KT RMK NXT FCST BY 301400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

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°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBB

2,598 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62%
MVFR
26.6%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
1.5%

Kugaaruk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 11.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -46°C to 13°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 11.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.3%
N
7.7%
S
4%
W
21.2%
NE
4.7%
NW
5.9%
SE
4.2%
SW
43.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -19.5°C
Range: -46°C to 13°C
-46°C 13°C

Visibility

Average: 10.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.2%
Fog Frequency: 7.1%

Best Months for VFR

April March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,598 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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 62% of the time based on 2,598 observations, CYBB requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 11.4% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 5.2% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYBB come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 11.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 31 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.8%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.5 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 -19.5°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 2,598 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.