Kuujjuarapik Airport

CYGW / YGW

Kuujjuarapik, CA

Last Updated
Mar 15, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -38°C
7 kt
130°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYGW 151100Z AUTO 13007KT 9SM CLR M35/M38 A3040 RMK SLP297

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kuujjuarapik Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 7 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -35°C (-31°F) with a dewpoint of -38°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

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

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1028 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (34 ft)
Pressure Alt
-439 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -6,431 ft
ISA Deviation: -49.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYGW 150540Z 1506/1518 14005KT P6SM BKN080 FM151400 24008KT P6SM SCT060 BECMG 1514/1516 24012KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 151200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
14:00Z FM151400
+3h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 240° 12 kt
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGW
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
5,052 ft 150 ft SAND/GRAVEL
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYGW

11,218 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.9%
MVFR
47.9%
IFR
12.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Kuujjuarapik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
2.9%
E
4.4%
SE
15.9%
S
20.7%
SW
12.7%
W
19.1%
NW
15.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -8.3°C
Range: -40°C to 26°C
-40°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 6.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.4%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,218 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kuujjuarapik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGW
IATA Code: YGW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 34 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuujjuarapik
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.281898°
Longitude: -77.765297°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,052 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: SAND/GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Kuujjuarapik Airport

Overview

Kuujjuarapik Airport serves the northern Quebec community of Kuujjuarapik, located at 55.281898, -77.765297 in Canada. As a medium-sized airport with a single sand/gravel runway measuring 5,052 feet, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote Arctic region at an elevation of 34 feet MSL.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kuujjuarapik demonstrate significant variability, with 48.7% of observations categorized as Marginal VFR and 14.4% as IFR. The prevailing winds are from the south at an average of 10.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from -33°C to 26°C, creating challenging winter and summer operational environments.

Notable Features

The airport's sand/gravel runway 03/21 presents unique surface characteristics that require specific landing and takeoff considerations. Situated in a northern latitude, the airport experiences significant seasonal weather changes. Calm wind conditions occur only 1.3% of the time, indicating consistent wind presence throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 7.1 knots. Pilots should expect the best VFR conditions during October, December, and January. Visibility averages 6.9 statute miles, with 7.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and occasional fog presence.

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.