Lynn Lake Airport

CYYL / YYL

Lynn Lake, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
13 kt
80° G19 kt
9 SM
Visibility
9,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYL 230500Z AUTO 08013G19KT 9SM BKN096 M04/M09 A2994 RMK SLP165

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,170 ft
BKN 9,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,770 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lynn Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,600 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 13 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 9600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -4°C (25°F) with a dewpoint of -9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, Light Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow between 04:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,170 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,148 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -851 ft
ISA Deviation: -16.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYYL 230040Z 2301/2313 09012G22KT P6SM FEW020 BKN200 FM230400 08010G20KT P6SM SCT020 OVC120 TEMPO 2304/2312 5SM -SN OVC020 FM231200 07012G22KT 1SM -SN OVC008 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 230700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
12:00Z FM231200
+7h
IFR 70° 12 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Snow, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYL
08 ✈️
26
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
2,520 ft 80 ft GVL 87°
13.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
17/35 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
2.3 kt 12.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYL

8,253 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.8%
MVFR
38.6%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
2.3%

Lynn Lake Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -38°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
6.8%
E
10.4%
SE
8.6%
S
12.4%
SW
5.7%
W
16.8%
NW
24%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.9°C
Range: -38°C to 21°C
-38°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 7.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 8,253 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lynn Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYL
IATA Code: YYL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,170 ft MSL

Location

City: Lynn Lake
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.863899°
Longitude: -101.075996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,520 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Lynn Lake Airport

Overview

Lynn Lake Airport serves the remote northern community of Lynn Lake in Manitoba, Canada, located at coordinates 56.863899, -101.075996. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 1170 ft MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a region characterized by challenging northern terrain and climate conditions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with 45.3% VFR, 41.2% MVFR, and 11.6% IFR days throughout the year. The airport experiences significant temperature fluctuations, ranging from -37°C to 21°C, with an average temperature of -14.8°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315°, with an average speed of 7.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 24 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 2520-foot gravel runway (08/26) and a 5000-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswinds of 5.4 knots for 08/26 and 4.7 knots for 17/35. Visibility averages 7.7 statute miles, with only 5.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September, December, and January offer the best VFR conditions for operations. The prevailing northwest winds and dual runway configuration provide flexibility for approach and departure. With minimal fog (0.3% of observations) and consistent wind patterns, Lynn Lake Airport offers reliable access to this northern 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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.