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Weather Briefing
VFRWhitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,200 feet and 40 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots with gusts to 18 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 9 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 40 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,200 ft, few at 26,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
|
1,798 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 34° |
↑ 10.4 kt
•
↔ 6.0 kt
30° angle
|
| 14L/32R | 6,597 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 159° |
↑ 3.9 kt
•
↔ 11.3 kt
71° angle
|
| 14R/32L | 9,497 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 158° |
↑ 3.7 kt
•
↔ 11.4 kt
72° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYXY
6,703 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -44°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 6,703 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport - Airport Information
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About Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport
Overview
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport serves the capital city of Yukon, Canada, located at 60.709599, -135.067001. As a medium-sized airport situated at 2,317 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for northern transportation. The airport features three paved runways, enabling diverse aircraft operations in a challenging subarctic environment.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at CYXY demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 71.8% of observations. Pilots can expect temperatures ranging from -44°C to 19°C, with an average of -9.2°C, indicating extreme cold potential. Visibility averages 19.3 statute miles, though 7.5% of observations show visibility below 3SM, and 9.3% involve fog conditions.
Notable Features
The airport's three runways (02/20, 14L/32R, and 14R/32L) offer substantial length variations from 1,798 to 9,497 feet. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 8.4 knots, with maximum gusts to 26 knots and calm conditions 6.5% of the time. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components between 3.5-4.9 knots.
Approach Considerations
Seasonal VFR conditions are most favorable in September, October, and January, providing more predictable approach opportunities. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and temperature extremes, particularly during winter months. The multiple runway configurations offer flexibility in wind and approach management, with each runway providing consistent wind alignment.
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