Edmonton International Airport

CYEG / YEG

Edmonton, CA

Last Updated
Jun 10, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
320°
20 SM
Visibility
6,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEG 100300Z 32006KT 20SM -SHRA BKN069 BKN092 15/08 A2956 RMK ACC6AC1 SLP018 DENSITY ALT 3300FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,373 ft
BKN 6,900 ft AGL
BKN 9,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,273 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,573 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Edmonton International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,900 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 6 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 6900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 08:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 15:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
922 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,373 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,741 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,311 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF CYEG 100240Z 1003/1024 34012KT P6SM SCT080 BKN120 TEMPO 1003/1008 P6SM -SHRA SCT005 OVC080 BECMG 1004/1006 27008KT FM100800 28008KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 OVC080 TEMPO 1008/1015 6SM -RA BR SCT007 BKN020 OVC030 BECMG 1012/1014 32010G20KT FM101500 32010G20KT P6SM -RA OVC025 TEMPO 1015/1019 5SM -RA BR SCT007 OVC020 FM101900 32010G20KT P6SM -SHRA BKN030 OVC060 PROB40 1019/1024 5SM TSRA BR OVC020CB RMK NXT FCST BY 100600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
04:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 270° 8 kt
08:00Z FM100800
+5h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
YEG
02
20
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 11,000 ft 200 ft ASP 33°
1.8 kt 5.7 kt
73° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,200 ft 200 ft ASP 135°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEG

8,584 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
2.9%

Edmonton International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
9%
N
14.7%
S
17.4%
W
13.7%
NE
5.3%
NW
15.2%
SE
15%
SW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.9°C
Range: -32°C to 30°C
-32°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 16 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,584 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Edmonton International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEG
IATA Code: YEG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,373 ft MSL

Location

City: Edmonton
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.309700°
Longitude: -113.580002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 11,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Edmonton International Airport

Overview

Edmonton International Airport serves as the primary commercial and cargo airport for the Edmonton metropolitan area and northern Alberta. Located at 53.309700, -113.580002, the airport sits at an elevation of 2,373 feet above mean sea level, making it a significant transportation hub in western Canada. As a large airport, it supports extensive commercial passenger and freight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,373 ft MSL and prairie location create varied seasonal weather conditions that pilots must anticipate. Winter months can present significant challenges with potential low visibility, snow, and crosswind conditions. Summer typically offers more stable flying conditions, though thunderstorm activity can be prevalent in the region.

Notable Features

Edmonton International Airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 02/20 measuring 11,000 feet and Runway 12/30 measuring 10,200 feet. The long runway lengths provide excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types, including large commercial and cargo aircraft. The airport's geographical position allows for relatively unobstructed approaches with minimal terrain complications.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations given the airport's open prairie environment. The two perpendicular runways (02/20 and 12/30) offer strategic wind coverage, allowing operations in multiple wind conditions. Approach planning should consider the airport's elevation and potential crosswind components, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.