Ulukhaktok Holman Airport

CYHI / YHI

Ulukhaktok, CA

Last Updated
Apr 30, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
00:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -16°C
20 kt
90°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYHI 300000Z 09020KT 15SM DRSN FEW025 FEW220 M11/M16 A3024 RMK SC1CI1 SC TR CI TR LAST STFD OBS/NXT 301400Z SLP247

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
FEW 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,617 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,117 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ulukhaktok Holman Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 10.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 20 knots. Runway 06T/24T is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, few at 22,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -11°C (12°F) with a dewpoint of -16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

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
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (117 ft)
Pressure Alt
-206 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,298 ft
ISA Deviation: -25.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YHI
06T ✈️
24T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06T/24T
Active: 06T
4,300 ft 100 ft GVL 62°
17.3 kt 10.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYHI

1,766 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.2%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
9.2%
LIFR
0.9%

Ulukhaktok Holman Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 4.8% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
20.4%
E
18.6%
SE
4.2%
S
8.5%
SW
3.1%
W
13.7%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -19.5°C
Range: -45°C to 12°C
-45°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 12.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.8%
Fog Frequency: 13.3%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06T/24T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 1,766 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ulukhaktok Holman Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYHI
IATA Code: YHI
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Ulukhaktok
Country: CA
Latitude: 70.762802°
Longitude: -117.806000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 06T/24T
Length: 4,300 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Ulukhaktok Holman Airport

Ulukhaktok Holman Airport (CYHI/YHI) is located in Ulukhaktok, CA at an elevation of 117 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06T/24T), with the longest at 4,300 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 67.2% of the time based on 1,766 observations, CYHI requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 10.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 13.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 4.8% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYHI come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 9.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 43 knots. Runway 06T/24T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, January, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -45°C (-49°F) to 12°C (54°F), averaging -19.5°C (-3°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.11 to 31.02 inHg (986-1051 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,766 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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.