Kuujjuarapik Airport

CYGW / YGW

Kuujjuarapik, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:01Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
06:01Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -31°C
9 kt
250°
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1033 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYGW 050601Z AUTO 25009KT 7SM CLR M28/M31 A3049 RMK SLP329
QNH
1033 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1032 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (34 ft)
Pressure Alt
-559 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -5,711 ft
ISA Deviation: -42.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYGW 050540Z 0506/0518 26010G20KT P6SM FEW008 TEMPO 0506/0515 2SM IC BLSN FM051500 26008KT P6SM SCT140 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM051500
+8h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
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
6.9 kt 5.8 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYGW

10,813 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.2%
MVFR
48.2%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
1.7%

Kuujjuarapik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.1 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 7.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
2.9%
E
4.2%
SE
15.7%
S
21.4%
SW
12.5%
W
18.6%
NW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -7.9°C
Range: -40°C to 26°C
-40°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 6.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

February March January

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 10,813 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.