Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

CYTZ / YTZ

Toronto, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
2 kt
Variable
3 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTZ 040800Z AUTO VRB02KT 3SM BR FEW060 BKN100 BKN160 OVC190 21/20 A2992 RMK SLP131 DENSITY ALT 1000FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 252 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 16,000 ft AGL
OVC 19,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,252 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,252 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,252 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
19,252 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 19,000 feet and 3 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 3 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Mist, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 14:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
260 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,040 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYTZ 040740Z 0408/0508 20005KT P6SM SCT060 BKN120 TEMPO 0408/0414 2 1/2SM BR SCT004 BKN060 OVC120 PROB30 0408/0412 1SM BR BKN004 OVC060 FM041400 32008KT 6SM -SHRA BR BKN040 OVC060 FM041800 20008KT P6SM -SHRA SCT015 BKN040 OVC060 PROB30 0418/0423 VRB20G30KT 2SM TSRA BR BKN015 OVC060CB FM050000 04005KT 6SM BR SCT004 BKN015 OVC060 PROB30 0500/0504 1SM BR BKN004 OVC015 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 041400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
14:00Z FM041400
+6h
VFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
18:00Z FM041800
+10h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z PROB30
+10h
IFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTZ
06
24
08
26
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,933 ft 150 ft ASP 48° No wind data
08/26 3,988 ft 150 ft ASP 69° No wind data
15/33 2,780 ft 150 ft ASP 140° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYTZ

11,502 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.1%
MVFR
25.3%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
4.7%

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.2%
N
4.4%
S
7.3%
W
24.5%
NE
8%
NW
12.6%
SE
3.2%
SW
14.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5°C
Range: -19°C to 35°C
-19°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

July October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,502 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYTZ
IATA Code: YTZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 252 ft MSL

Location

City: Toronto
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.627499°
Longitude: -79.396202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,933 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,988 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,780 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

Overview

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport serves as a strategic urban airport located in downtown Toronto, Canada. Situated at 252 feet MSL with three asphalt runways, the airport provides critical aviation services for the metropolitan area. Its proximity to Toronto's city center makes it a key transportation infrastructure for regional and local aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYTZ demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 60.4% of observations. Westerly winds averaging 11.9 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 26°C. Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with visibility typically around 7.9 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three parallel runways with lengths ranging from 2,780 to 3,988 feet, offering multiple landing options. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components between 4.8 and 9.6 knots. The airport's urban location presents unique operational considerations typical of a city center airfield.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the prevailing westerly winds and high percentage of VFR conditions. Runway selection can be flexible due to consistent wind favorability across all runways. Pilots should anticipate potential urban environment challenges and prepare for potential rapid weather changes, with instrument meteorological conditions occurring in approximately 11% of observations.

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.