Youngstown Warren Regional Airport

KYNG / YNG

Youngstown/Warren, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 06:03Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
06:03Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
3 kt
120°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KYNG 050603Z 12003KT 1/8SM FG BKN000 OVC250 19/19 A2995 RMK AO2 FG BKN000 T01890189 RVRNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,192 ft
BKN 0 ft AGL
BKN 0 ft AGL
OVC 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,192 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,192 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,192 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Youngstown Warren Regional Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 25,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: broken at 0 ft, overcast at 25,000 ft, broken at 0 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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: Fog, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
974 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,192 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,170 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,936 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KYNG 050548Z 0506/0606 VRB03KT 1/4SM FG SCT001 FM051200 14003KT 1SM BR BKN005 FM051400 14004KT P6SM VCSH SCT020 BKN060 FM051800 07005KT 6SM -SHRA SCT030 BKN050 TEMPO 0520/0523 2SM TSRA OVC015CB FM060100 07005KT 6SM BR VCSH SCT015 BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 1/4SM
Fog
12:00Z FM051200
+6h
IFR 140° 3 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
14:00Z FM051400
+8h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
18:00Z FM051800
+12h
VFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YNG
05
23
14 ✈️
32
143
323

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 5,002 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
0.8 kt 2.9 kt
75° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
9,003 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
143/323 3,500 ft 60 ft ASPH-F
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KYNG

8,173 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.4%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
4.4%

Youngstown Warren Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7%
N
9.3%
S
15.8%
W
17.5%
NE
3.5%
NW
12%
SE
8.7%
SW
18.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -25°C to 34°C
-25°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.4%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

July September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 143/323
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,173 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Youngstown Warren Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KYNG
IATA Code: YNG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,192 ft MSL

Location

City: Youngstown/Warren
Country: US
Latitude: 41.260700°
Longitude: -80.679100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 9,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 143/323
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASPH-F
ILS: No

About Youngstown Warren Regional Airport

Overview

Youngstown Warren Regional Airport serves the Youngstown and Warren metropolitan areas in northeastern Ohio. Located at an elevation of 1,192 feet MSL, the airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with three distinct runways supporting various aviation operations. Its strategic location offers critical transportation infrastructure for the regional Ohio-Pennsylvania border area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 62.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring in 23.7% of observations. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -23°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of 4.5°C. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 8.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots, and calm conditions present 8.2% of the time.

Notable Features

All three runways are paved (ASP/ASPH-F), with the longest runway 14/32 extending 9,003 feet. The airport's multiple runway configuration provides flexibility for different wind conditions and aircraft types. Visibility averages 8.6 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility events, including fog occurring in 3.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 4.8 to 5.9 knots. Runway 05/23 and 14/32 offer substantial length for most aircraft operations, providing reliable approach and departure options.

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.