Teslin Airport

CYZW / YZW

Teslin, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
250°
30 SM
Visibility
7,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYZW 150000Z 25008KT 230V290 30SM BKN077 11/M01 A2969 RMK AC7 LAST STFD OBS/NXT 151600Z SLP080 DENSITY ALT 2700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,313 ft
BKN 7,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,013 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Teslin Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,700 feet and 30 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 2.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. The ceiling is 7700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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.

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
928 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,313 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,561 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,636 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YZW
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,028 ft 100 ft GVL 107°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - CYZW

2,390 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.4%
MVFR
11.5%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
1.2%

Teslin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
15.9%
E
23.9%
SE
9.7%
S
13.4%
SW
5.5%
W
16.8%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.8°C
Range: -45°C to 18°C
-45°C 18°C

Visibility

Average: 22.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,390 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Teslin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYZW
IATA Code: YZW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,313 ft MSL

Location

City: Teslin
Country: CA
Latitude: 60.172798°
Longitude: -132.742996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,028 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Teslin Airport

Overview

Teslin Airport serves the Teslin region in Yukon, Canada, located at coordinates 60.172798, -132.742996. Situated at an elevation of 2,313 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation access to a remote northern location. The airport supports regional transportation needs with its single runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

Weather patterns at Teslin Airport demonstrate predominantly VFR conditions, with 81% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Winter temperatures averaging -5.8°C and ranging as low as -45°C create challenging cold-weather flying environments. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 22 statute miles, though occasional fog (3.2% of observations) and reduced visibility can occur.

Notable Features

The 5,028-foot gravel (GVL) runway 09/27 is aligned to handle the prevailing easterly winds. Wind conditions are relatively moderate, with an average speed of 5.9 knots and maximum gusts reaching 19 knots. The airport experiences calm wind conditions in 5.7% of observations, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, offering more stable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential cold-weather and occasional reduced visibility challenges typical of the northern Yukon region.

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.