Penticton Airport

CYYF / YYF

Penticton, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
6 kt
320° G15 kt
15 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYF 142300Z 32006G15KT 280V350 15SM BKN095 BKN230 20/M00 A2985 RMK AC5CI1 SLP111 DENSITY ALT 2100FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,129 ft
BKN 9,500 ft AGL
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,629 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,129 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Penticton Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,500 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 6 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 0°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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
973 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,129 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,197 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,068 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYF 141840Z 1419/1507 01008KT P6SM SCT080 BECMG 1421/1423 BKN080 RMK NXT FCST BY 150100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYF
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
6,000 ft 148 ft ASP 182°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - CYYF

6,030 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.8%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.3%

Penticton Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 8.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.1%
NE
2.4%
E
1.2%
SE
14.8%
S
32.8%
SW
1.7%
W
1.9%
NW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -11°C to 31°C
-11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 14.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

May September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,030 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Penticton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYF
IATA Code: YYF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,129 ft MSL

Location

City: Penticton
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.463100°
Longitude: -119.601997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Penticton Airport

Overview

Penticton Airport serves the Okanagan Valley region in British Columbia, Canada, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the area. Located at 1129 ft MSL with coordinates 49.463100, -119.601997, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and local aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Penticton Airport are predominantly VFR, with 79.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. The prevailing southerly winds at 180° average 9.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 36 knots. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.3°C, indicating significant seasonal variation.

Notable Features

The single runway 16/34 is 6000 ft long with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Wind data shows 100% runway favorability, with an average crosswind of only 2.1 knots, providing consistent and predictable landing conditions. The airport's elevation and geographic position in the Okanagan Valley contribute to its unique microclimate.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 14.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 0.4% below 3SM). September, October, and December offer the most consistent VFR conditions. The low occurrence of instrument meteorological conditions (IFR/LIFR at 2%) suggests generally stable approach environments.

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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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.