Lynn Lake Airport

CYYL / YYL

Lynn Lake, CA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
03:51Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
10°
9 SM
Visibility
3,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYYL 050351Z AUTO 01008KT 9SM VCTS OVC032 18/12 A2987 RMK LTNG DIST ALQDS SLP122 DENSITY ALT 1900FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,170 ft
OVC 3,200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,370 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lynn Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,200 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 8 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 3200 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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: Light Showers Rain, Smoke, Smoke, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 05:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Smoke, FCST, FCST between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
973 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,170 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,208 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,849 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYL 050040Z 0501/0513 16010KT P6SM SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 0501/0505 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN030CB FM050500 15006KT P6SM BKN030 TEMPO 0505/0510 3SM FU BKN020 FM051000 16010KT 6SM FU BKN025 TEMPO 0510/0513 2SM FU BKN008 OVC015 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+2h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
05:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Smoke
10:00Z FM051000
+7h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Smoke

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYL
08
26
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,520 ft 80 ft GVL 87°
1.8 kt 7.8 kt
77° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYL

10,883 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.6%
MVFR
35.6%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
2%

Lynn Lake Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -38°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.4%
N
15.6%
S
11.4%
W
13.7%
NE
10.4%
NW
20.6%
SE
8.5%
SW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -9.7°C
Range: -38°C to 32°C
-38°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 7.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

July September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,883 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lynn Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYL
IATA Code: YYL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,170 ft MSL

Location

City: Lynn Lake
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.863899°
Longitude: -101.075996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,520 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Lynn Lake Airport

Overview

Lynn Lake Airport serves the remote northern community of Lynn Lake in Manitoba, Canada, located at coordinates 56.863899, -101.075996. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 1170 ft MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a region characterized by challenging northern terrain and climate conditions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with 45.3% VFR, 41.2% MVFR, and 11.6% IFR days throughout the year. The airport experiences significant temperature fluctuations, ranging from -37°C to 21°C, with an average temperature of -14.8°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315°, with an average speed of 7.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 24 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 2520-foot gravel runway (08/26) and a 5000-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswinds of 5.4 knots for 08/26 and 4.7 knots for 17/35. Visibility averages 7.7 statute miles, with only 5.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September, December, and January offer the best VFR conditions for operations. The prevailing northwest winds and dual runway configuration provide flexibility for approach and departure. With minimal fog (0.3% of observations) and consistent wind patterns, Lynn Lake Airport offers reliable access to this northern region.

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.