Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport

CYGV / YGV

Havre-Saint-Pierre, CA

Last Updated
Feb 14, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
6 kt
30°
9 SM
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYGV 140900Z AUTO 03006KT 010V070 9SM -SN OVC035 M04/M05 A2977 RMK SLP086

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 124 ft
OVC 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,624 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (124 ft)
Pressure Alt
282 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,968 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYGV 140740Z 1408/1420 30005KT P6SM -SN OVC030 TEMPO 1408/1414 3SM -SN OVC020 BECMG 1410/1412 02005KT FM141400 06008KT P6SM OVC030 TEMPO 1414/1420 5SM -SHSN OVC020 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 141400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Snow
14:00Z FM141400
+4h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
14:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Snow, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGV
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 63°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYGV

6,834 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.9%
MVFR
31.4%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
4.3%

Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.3%
NE
13.5%
E
14.1%
SE
5.4%
S
4.7%
SW
9.7%
W
25.7%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.4°C
Range: -28°C to 19°C
-28°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 7.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,834 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGV
IATA Code: YGV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 124 ft MSL

Location

City: Havre-Saint-Pierre
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.281898°
Longitude: -63.611401°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport

Overview

Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport serves the coastal region of Quebec, Canada, located at 50.281898, -63.611401. As a medium-sized airport situated at 124 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northeastern maritime area. The airport supports regional transportation with its single runway 08/26, which measures 4,500 feet of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Havre-Saint-Pierre demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules predominantly VFR (50.6%) but frequently transitioning to MVFR conditions (31.5%). Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 10 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots. Temperature ranges from -28°C to 19°C, creating potential for challenging winter operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning along the Gulf of St. Lawrence coastline influences its meteorological patterns and operational challenges. Visibility averages 7.4 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions, including 7% of observations below 3 statute miles. The runway alignment (08/26) demonstrates 100% favorable wind coverage, with an average crosswind component of 4.6 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate westerly wind influences and prepare for potential rapid weather transitions. The runway's favorable wind alignment and moderate crosswind characteristics provide consistent approach options across different wind conditions.

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.