Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport

CYXR / YXR

Earlton, CA

Last Updated
Jun 10, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
60°
9 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXR 101100Z AUTO 06002KT 9SM -RA OVC060 20/15 A2977 RMK SLP082 DENSITY ALT 1800FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 800 ft
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,800 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°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 Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 14:00Z 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (800 ft)
Pressure Alt
958 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,750 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXR 101140Z 1012/1024 06005KT P6SM SCT060 OVC080 TEMPO 1012/1014 P6SM -SHRA BKN060 OVC080 FM101400 07006KT P6SM -RA SCT015 OVC050 TEMPO 1014/1024 4SM -SHRA BR OVC015 BECMG 1016/1018 07010KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 101800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
14:00Z FM101400
+3h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Rain
14:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YXR
08 ✈️
26
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,998 ft 150 ft ASP 63°
1.9 kt 0.7 kt
20° angle
16/34 3,019 ft 150 ft GVL 149°
0.0 kt 2.0 kt
89° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYXR

13,339 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.5%
MVFR
40.6%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
2.1%

Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.8%
NE
4.2%
E
5.6%
SE
18.7%
S
14%
SW
6.8%
W
12.7%
NW
23.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.1°C
Range: -37°C to 29°C
-37°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 7.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,339 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYXR
IATA Code: YXR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 800 ft MSL

Location

City: Earlton
Country: CA
Latitude: 47.697401°
Longitude: -79.847345°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,998 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,019 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport

Overview

Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) Airport serves the Timiskaming region in northern Ontario, Canada, located at coordinates 47.697401, -79.847345. Situated at an elevation of 800 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various regional and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences diverse weather conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 42.5% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions covering 44.6% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -32°C to 27°C, with an average of -3.1°C, presenting significant seasonal variation. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 9.1 knots, with maximum gusts up to 29 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 5,998-foot asphalt runway (08/26) and a secondary 3,019-foot gravel runway (16/34). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with low average crosswind velocities of 6.7 knots for 08/26 and 4.8 knots for 16/34. Average visibility is 7.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December offer the most consistent Visual Flight Rules conditions for pilots. When approaching, expect potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 4.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 2.3% experiencing fog. Pilots should prepare for northwestern wind patterns and be prepared for significant temperature variations throughout the year.

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

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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.