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LIFRRegion of Waterloo International Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 200 feet.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 20°C (68°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 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. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 14:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
|
7,003 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 75° |
↑ 3.1 kt
•
↔ 2.6 kt
40° angle
|
| 14/32 | 4,103 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 138° |
↓ 0.6 kt
•
↔ 4.0 kt
98° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYKF
13,950 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Region of Waterloo International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.
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Statistics computed from 13,950 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Region of Waterloo International Airport - Airport Information
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About Region of Waterloo International Airport
Overview
The Region of Waterloo International Airport serves the metropolitan area near Breslau, Canada, operating as a medium-sized airport at 1054 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 43.460800, -80.378601, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports diverse flight operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at CYKF demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 46.4% of the time. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal visual flight rules (MVFR) conditions in 36.9% of observations, with instrument flight rules (IFR) and low instrument flight rules (LIFR) occurring less frequently. Temperature ranges from -21°C to 28°C, with an average of 0.6°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 08/26 measuring 7003 feet and Runway 14/32 measuring 4103 feet. Prevailing winds consistently come from the west (270°) at an average speed of 10.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Calm wind conditions exist 5.3% of the time, providing relatively stable wind environments for aviation operations.
Approach Considerations
Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 08/26 experiencing an average crosswind of 5 knots and Runway 14/32 experiencing an average crosswind of 7.3 knots. Visibility averages 7.1 statute miles, with only 6.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 2%. Pilots should consider September, October, and November as the most favorable months for visual flight conditions.
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