Val-d'Or Airport

CYVO / YVO

Val-d'Or, CA

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
5 kt
170°
15 SM
Visibility
14,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVO 101400Z 17005KT 150V220 15SM SCT055 OVC140 22/15 A2980 RMK SC4AC4 SLP095 DENSITY ALT 2400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,107 ft
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
OVC 14,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,607 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,107 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Val-d'Or Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 14,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 5 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 14000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST between 21:00Z 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
972 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,107 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,235 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,341 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYVO 101140Z 1012/1024 VRB03KT P6SM BKN120 BKN220 FM101300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT080 OVC120 TEMPO 1013/1021 P6SM -SHRA OVC080 BECMG 1016/1018 18005KT FM102100 13005KT P6SM -SHRA SCT025 OVC080 TEMPO 1021/1024 5SM -SHRA BR BKN025 OVC080 RMK NXT FCST BY 101800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 180° 5 kt
21:00Z FM102100
+7h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
21:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YVO
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 169°
4.9 kt 0.9 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 - CYVO

9,749 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.2%
MVFR
30.5%
IFR
14.8%
LIFR
4.5%

Val-d'Or Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
5%
E
4%
SE
7.1%
S
23.5%
SW
10.5%
W
17.5%
NW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.4°C
Range: -35°C to 29°C
-35°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,749 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Val-d'Or Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYVO
IATA Code: YVO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,107 ft MSL

Location

City: Val-d'Or
Country: CA
Latitude: 48.053299°
Longitude: -77.782799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Val-d'Or Airport

Overview

Val-d'Or Airport serves the mining and resource region of northwestern Quebec, providing critical transportation infrastructure for remote communities and industrial operations. Located at 1107 ft MSL near 48.053299, -77.782799, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft with its substantial 10,000 ft asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect significant weather variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 40.8% of the time and marginal VFR conditions covering an additional 37.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -33°C to 27°C, creating potential challenges for aircraft performance and icing conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (18/36) offers excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots. The geographic location suggests potential terrain considerations typical of northwestern Quebec's boreal landscape, with potential impact on local weather patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions occur predominantly in September, October, and January, offering more predictable weather for pilots. With an average visibility of 9.3 statute miles and only 8.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles, instrument-rated pilots have reasonable approach flexibility. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog events, which occur in approximately 2% of observations.

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
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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.