Abbotsford International Airport

CYXX / YXX

Abbotsford, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
04:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
7 kt
210°
20 SM
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXX 040400Z 21007KT 20SM FEW006 FEW045 FEW048 BKN150 BKN180 17/13 A3006 RMK CU1SF1SC2AC4AC1 CU TR SF TR SLP181

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 195 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
FEW 4,800 ft AGL
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
BKN 18,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
795 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,695 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,995 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,195 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,195 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Abbotsford International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 15,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 7 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 15000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 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, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 11:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (195 ft)
Pressure Alt
53 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 340 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXX 032340Z 0400/0424 22008KT P6SM BKN040 FM040400 VRB03KT P6SM SCT040 FM041100 VRB03KT P6SM FEW005 BKN030 TEMPO 0411/0420 SCT005 BKN020 PROB30 0411/0416 1SM BR OVC004 FM042000 22010KT P6SM FEW050 RMK NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
11:00Z FM041100
+7h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
11:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
11:00Z PROB30
+7h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YXX
01L
19R ✈️
01
19
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,328 ft 200 ft ASP 25°
7.0 kt 0.6 kt
175° angle
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
1,500 ft 100 ft GRS 27°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
07/25 9,600 ft 200 ft PEM 86°
3.9 kt 5.8 kt
124° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYXX

7,955 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77%
MVFR
17.9%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
2.4%

Abbotsford International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.3%
N
19.1%
S
25.2%
W
4.4%
NE
14.4%
NW
2.9%
SE
2.3%
SW
18.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.8°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 16.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,955 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Abbotsford International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYXX
IATA Code: YXX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 195 ft MSL

Location

City: Abbotsford
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.025299°
Longitude: -122.361000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,328 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 01L/19R
Length: 1,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 9,600 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Abbotsford International Airport

Overview

Abbotsford International Airport serves the Fraser Valley region in British Columbia, Canada, located approximately 40 miles east of Vancouver. As a medium-sized airport with three runways, it supports diverse aviation operations including commercial, cargo, and general aviation traffic. The airport's elevation of 195 feet MSL and strategic location make it a key transportation hub in southwestern British Columbia.

Flying Conditions

Abbotsford experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 72.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 30°C, with an average of 8.7°C, creating relatively stable flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 6.4 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots. Pilots should note that September, October, and January consistently offer the best VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying lengths and surfaces: a 9,600-foot paved runway (07/25), a 5,328-foot asphalt runway (01/19), and a 1,500-foot grass runway (01L/19R). All runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind components. The geographic positioning provides pilots with multiple approach and departure options depending on meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Wind conditions suggest runway 07/25 as the primary operational runway, with an average crosswind of 4.4 knots. Visibility averages 15.1 statute miles, with only 2.2% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog (2% of observations) and maintain situational awareness during marginal weather. The consistently low crosswind values across all runways provide flexibility in aircraft positioning and landing strategies.

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.