Canyonlands Regional Airport

KCNY / CNY

Moab, US

Last Updated
Apr 25, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -14°C
10 kt
210°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCNY 250253Z AUTO 21010KT 10SM CLR 17/M14 A2967 RMK AO2 SLP012 T01721144 55002

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 south-southwest (210°) at 10 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of -14°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
853 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,557 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,805 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,139 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCNY 250109Z 2501/2524 23011KT P6SM SCT150 BKN250 FM250900 24005KT P6SM SCT130 BKN250 FM251800 24010G18KT P6SM BKN250 FM252030 21015G25KT P6SM SCT120 BKN150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
09:00Z FM250900
+6h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

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°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCNY

5,376 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.5%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Canyonlands Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 38.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
3.2%
E
6.8%
SE
8%
S
5.3%
SW
9.9%
W
13.4%
NW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -9°C to 34°C
-9°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

March November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,376 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.