Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

CYEV / YEV

Inuvik, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
9 kt
30° G16 kt
50 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEV 150400Z 03009G16KT 50SM SKC 02/M05 A2999 RMK SLP163

Weather Briefing

VFR

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 50 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 9 knots with gusts to 16 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 8 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 50 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (224 ft)
Pressure Alt
142 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,364 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYEV 150040Z 1501/1513 06008KT P6SM SKC RMK NXT FCST BY 150700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEV
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 85°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEV

7,621 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.5%
MVFR
25.6%
IFR
14.1%
LIFR
5.9%

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 10.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.3%
NE
10%
E
16.7%
SE
5.2%
S
5.3%
SW
4.9%
W
21.3%
NW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.5°C
Range: -45°C to 16°C
-45°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 11.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.5%
Fog Frequency: 7.8%

Best Months for VFR

January March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,621 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEV
IATA Code: YEV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 224 ft MSL

Location

City: Inuvik
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.304199°
Longitude: -133.483002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport

Overview

Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport serves the northern Canadian community of Inuvik, located in the Northwest Territories at 68.3° North latitude. As a medium-sized airport situated in the Arctic region, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a remote area with limited ground access, supporting regional and resource exploration operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with flight rules predominantly in VFR (47.3%) and MVFR (27.3%) conditions. Winter temperatures can plummet to -45°C, while summer highs reach 16°C, creating challenging and dynamic aviation environments. Visibility averages 11.3 statute miles, with fog present 11.7% of the time and reduced visibility below 3SM in 7.6% of observations.

Notable Features

Located at 224 feet mean sea level, Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport features a single 6000-foot asphalt runway (06/24) oriented to accommodate the prevailing westerly winds. The airport's high-latitude position means extended periods of darkness in winter and extended daylight in summer, which can significantly impact flight planning and operations.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 5.7 knots make runway 06/24 highly favorable, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility and be prepared for rapid weather changes characteristic of Arctic environments, particularly during shoulder seasons.

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.