Val-d'Or Airport

CYVO / YVO

Val-d'Or, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
16 kt
20°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVO 141800Z 02016KT 15SM SCT065 SCT250 15/M01 A2989 RMK SC4CI1 CI TR SLP134 DENSITY ALT 1400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,107 ft
SCT 6,500 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,607 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,107 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Val-d'Or Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,500 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 16 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,500 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,107 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,145 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,411 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYVO 141740Z 1418/1506 02010G20KT P6SM BKN060 BKN100 BECMG 1422/1424 01007KT FM150300 34005KT P6SM FEW100 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
22:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 10° 7 kt
03:00Z FM150300
+9h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YVO
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 169°
15.0 kt 5.5 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 - CYVO

8,936 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.6%
MVFR
31.9%
IFR
14.8%
LIFR
4.7%

Val-d'Or Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
5.1%
E
4.1%
SE
7.2%
S
23.9%
SW
10.3%
W
18.3%
NW
16.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.9°C
Range: -35°C to 27°C
-35°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 8,936 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Val-d'Or Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYVO
IATA Code: YVO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,107 ft MSL

Location

City: Val-d'Or
Country: CA
Latitude: 48.053299°
Longitude: -77.782799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Val-d'Or Airport

Overview

Val-d'Or Airport serves the mining and resource region of northwestern Quebec, providing critical transportation infrastructure for remote communities and industrial operations. Located at 1107 ft MSL near 48.053299, -77.782799, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft with its substantial 10,000 ft asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect significant weather variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 40.8% of the time and marginal VFR conditions covering an additional 37.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -33°C to 27°C, creating potential challenges for aircraft performance and icing conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (18/36) offers excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots. The geographic location suggests potential terrain considerations typical of northwestern Quebec's boreal landscape, with potential impact on local weather patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions occur predominantly in September, October, and January, offering more predictable weather for pilots. With an average visibility of 9.3 statute miles and only 8.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles, instrument-rated pilots have reasonable approach flexibility. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog events, which occur in approximately 2% of observations.

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.