Canyonlands Regional Airport

KCNY / CNY

Moab, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
7 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCNY 101053Z AUTO 28007KT 10SM CLR 18/M01 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP060 T01831006

Weather Briefing

VFR

Canyonlands Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of -1°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.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
861 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,557 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,565 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,019 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCNY 100533Z 1006/1106 27008KT P6SM SKC FM101300 23005KT P6SM SKC FM101900 26009KT P6SM SKC FM102300 30012G23KT P6SM SKC FM110500 31007KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM101300
+2h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM101900
+8h
VFR 260° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM102300
+12h
VFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CNY
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
7,100 ft 75 ft ASP 39°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCNY

6,460 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.7%
MVFR
2.4%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
1.4%

Canyonlands Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 35.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
3.9%
S
5.7%
W
14.3%
NE
3.6%
NW
11.6%
SE
7.9%
SW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -9°C to 36°C
-9°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

March November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,460 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Canyonlands Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCNY
IATA Code: CNY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,557 ft MSL

Location

City: Moab
Country: US
Latitude: 38.755001°
Longitude: -109.754997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Canyonlands Regional Airport

Overview

Canyonlands Regional Airport serves Moab, Utah, situated at a high elevation of 4,557 feet MSL. The airport provides access to the scenic southeastern Utah region, supporting regional aviation needs with its single 7,100-foot asphalted runway capable of handling medium-sized aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCNY are predominantly VFR, with 93.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences significant temperature variation from -9°C to 34°C, with a prevailing northwest wind at 6.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 40.1% of the time, with November, December, and September offering the most consistent VFR flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation and proximity to rugged terrain demands careful aircraft performance calculations and awareness. Located near 38.755°N, 109.754°W, the airport is positioned in a region characterized by dramatic desert landscape and significant topographical features that can influence local wind patterns and turbulence.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates 100% favorable wind coverage with an average crosswind component of just 4.6 knots. Pilots should anticipate excellent wind alignment and expect good visibility, with an average observation of 9.9 statute miles and only 0.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

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.