Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport

CYKG / YWB

Kangiqsujuaq, CA

Last Updated
Apr 10, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -23°C
29 kt
260° G38 kt
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKG 102100Z 26029G38KT 15SM DRSN VCBLSN FEW060 SCT240 M18/M23 A2993 RMK SC2CI1 CI TR LAST STFD OBS / NEXT 111200 UTC PRESRR SLP155

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 501 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
SCT 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,501 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,501 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 24,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 5.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 29 knots with gusts to 38 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 25-knot crosswind component (gusting to 33 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft, scattered at 24,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -18°C (-0°F) with a dewpoint of -23°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. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (501 ft)
Pressure Alt
479 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,361 ft
ISA Deviation: -32.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKG
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
3,511 ft 100 ft GRAVEL
14.5 kt 25.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYKG

1,805 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.3%
MVFR
30.1%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
2.9%

Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 15.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 10°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 15.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.8%
NE
2.8%
E
6.2%
SE
4.7%
S
1.5%
SW
5.4%
W
41.9%
NW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -12.3°C
Range: -31°C to 10°C
-31°C 10°C

Visibility

Average: 12.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 8.6%

Best Months for VFR

April March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.4 kt

Statistics computed from 1,805 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKG
IATA Code: YWB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 501 ft MSL

Location

City: Kangiqsujuaq
Country: CA
Latitude: 61.588600°
Longitude: -71.929398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,511 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport

Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport (CYKG/YWB) is located in Kangiqsujuaq, CA at an elevation of 501 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 3,511 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 59.3% of the time based on 1,805 observations, CYKG requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 10.6% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 8.6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 1.9% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYKG come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 15.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 46 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 9.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -31°C (-24°F) to 10°C (50°F), averaging -12.3°C (10°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.81 to 30.36 inHg (976-1028 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,805 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.