Edmonton International Airport

CYEG / YEG

Edmonton, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
20 kt
300° G28 kt
15 SM
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEG 141400Z 30020G28KT 15SM -SHRA BKN049 OVC100 10/06 A2945 RMK SC7AC1 CVCTV CLD EMBD SLP980 DENSITY ALT 2900FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,373 ft
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,273 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,373 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Edmonton International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 20 knots with gusts to 28 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 20-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 35 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 10 to 35 knots.

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
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
918 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,373 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,861 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,831 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYEG 141441Z 1415/1512 30025G35KT P6SM -SHRA SCT020 OVC050 BECMG 1415/1417 30035G45KT FM141900 31032G42KT P6SM BKN060 BECMG 1421/1423 31025G35KT FM150100 31018G28KT P6SM BKN080 BECMG 1503/1505 31015KT FM150800 30010KT P6SM SKC RMK NXT FCST BY 141800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
19:00Z FM141900
+4h
VFR 310° 32 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 310° 25 kt
01:00Z FM150100
+10h
VFR 310° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEG
02
20
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 11,000 ft 200 ft ASP 33°
1.0 kt 20.0 kt
93° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,200 ft 200 ft ASP 135°
20.0 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 - CYEG

7,731 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.8%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
2.9%

Edmonton International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
5.7%
E
9.4%
SE
15.8%
S
18.2%
SW
7.4%
W
13.3%
NW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.4°C
Range: -32°C to 30°C
-32°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 16 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,731 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Edmonton International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEG
IATA Code: YEG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,373 ft MSL

Location

City: Edmonton
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.309700°
Longitude: -113.580002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 11,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Edmonton International Airport

Overview

Edmonton International Airport serves as the primary commercial and cargo airport for the Edmonton metropolitan area and northern Alberta. Located at 53.309700, -113.580002, the airport sits at an elevation of 2,373 feet above mean sea level, making it a significant transportation hub in western Canada. As a large airport, it supports extensive commercial passenger and freight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,373 ft MSL and prairie location create varied seasonal weather conditions that pilots must anticipate. Winter months can present significant challenges with potential low visibility, snow, and crosswind conditions. Summer typically offers more stable flying conditions, though thunderstorm activity can be prevalent in the region.

Notable Features

Edmonton International Airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 02/20 measuring 11,000 feet and Runway 12/30 measuring 10,200 feet. The long runway lengths provide excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types, including large commercial and cargo aircraft. The airport's geographical position allows for relatively unobstructed approaches with minimal terrain complications.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations given the airport's open prairie environment. The two perpendicular runways (02/20 and 12/30) offer strategic wind coverage, allowing operations in multiple wind conditions. Approach planning should consider the airport's elevation and potential crosswind components, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

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.