Estevan Airport

CYEN / YEN

Estevan, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
3 kt
250°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEN 041300Z AUTO 25003KT 220V310 9SM FEW005 17/16 A3001 RMK SLP167 DENSITY ALT 2500FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,905 ft
FEW 500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,405 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Estevan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 500 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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 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: Mist, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 25 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with FCST, FCST between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,905 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,823 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,520 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYEN 041140Z 0412/0424 14008KT 3/4SM BR OVC003 TEMPO 0412/0414 6SM BR BKN006 BECMG 0414/0415 P6SM NSW SCT005 FM041500 23008KT P6SM SKC FM042000 21008KT P6SM FEW050 TEMPO 0420/0424 VRB25G35KT P6SM VCTS BKN040CB RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 041800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:11Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
14:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM041500
+2h
VFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+7h
VFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEN
08
26 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
15/33 3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 158°
0.1 kt 3.0 kt
92° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEN

12,213 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.2%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
6.8%

Estevan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.2%
N
9.7%
S
6.5%
W
15%
NE
3.6%
NW
24%
SE
12.2%
SW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.2°C
Range: -34°C to 34°C
-34°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.2%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.4 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 12,213 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Estevan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEN
IATA Code: YEN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,905 ft MSL

Location

City: Estevan
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.210300°
Longitude: -102.966003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Estevan Airport

Overview

Estevan Airport serves the southeastern Saskatchewan region, located at 49.210300, -102.966003 near the city of Estevan. As a medium airport situated at 1905 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for local and regional transportation needs. The airport features two asphalt runways: a primary 5000ft runway (08/26) and a secondary 3000ft runway (15/33).

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Estevan Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 57.1% of the time. The airport experiences considerable temperature ranges from -33°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of -4.2°C. Predominant winds from the northwest (315°) average 11.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 41 knots. September, October, and November offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with Runway 08/26 experiencing an average crosswind of 7.7 knots and Runway 15/33 experiencing 5.7 knots. Visibility averages 7.6 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for reduced visibility, with 5.4% of observations showing less than 3 statute miles and 3.3% experiencing fog conditions. The airport's elevation and geographical positioning contribute to its diverse meteorological characteristics.

Approach Considerations

When planning approaches, pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility and temperature-related challenges. The northwest prevailing winds suggest Runway 08/26 may offer more consistent wind alignment. With instrument meteorological conditions occurring in approximately 19.7% of observations (IFR and LIFR combined), pilots should be prepared for potential instrument approach requirements and have appropriate alternates planned.

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.