Kugluktuk Airport

CYCO / YCO

Kugluktuk, CA

Last Updated
Jun 27, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
90°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYCO 270900Z 09005KT 15SM FEW120 FEW220 SCT300 13/10 A2987 RMK AC1CC1CI3 CC TR ACC EMBD SLP116

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 74 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
FEW 22,000 ft AGL
SCT 30,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,074 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,074 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,074 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kugluktuk Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 30,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 5 knots. Runway 12T/30T is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 12,000 ft, few at 22,000 ft, scattered at 30,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (74 ft)
Pressure Alt
112 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -110 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYCO 270640Z 2707/2719 VRB03KT P6SM FEW150 BKN300 FM271400 36006KT P6SM BKN080 TEMPO 2714/2719 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN070CB BECMG 2716/2718 08006KT RMK NXT FCST BY 271300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 30,000 ft
14:00Z FM271400
+5h
VFR 360° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
14:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
16:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 80° 6 kt
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCO
12T ✈️
30T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12T/30T
Active: 12T
5,500 ft 100 ft GVL 121°
4.3 kt 2.5 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 - CYCO

8,056 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.8%
MVFR
23.5%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
4.6%

Kugluktuk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, February, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 11.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.1%
N
12%
S
5.5%
W
20.5%
NE
6.2%
NW
8.8%
SE
2.7%
SW
31.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.4°C
Range: -45°C to 24°C
-45°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 11.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.9%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

June February April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12T/30T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,056 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kugluktuk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCO
IATA Code: YCO
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 74 ft MSL

Location

City: Kugluktuk
Country: CA
Latitude: 67.816408°
Longitude: -115.143070°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12T/30T
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Kugluktuk Airport

Kugluktuk Airport (CYCO/YCO) is located in Kugluktuk, CA at an elevation of 74 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12T/30T), with the longest at 5,500 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 62.8% of the time based on 8,056 observations, CYCO requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 13.7% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYCO come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 11.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 43 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.9%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 12T/30T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 8.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, February, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -45°C (-49°F) to 24°C (75°F), averaging -14.4°C (6°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.92 to 31.14 inHg (979-1055 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 8,056 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.