Schefferville Airport

CYKL / YKL

Schefferville, CA

Last Updated
Mar 13, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -30°C
8 kt
330°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKL 130700Z AUTO 33008KT 9SM CLR M27/M30 A2969 RMK SLP120

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 8 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -27°C (-17°F) with a dewpoint of -30°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow between 02:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
948 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,709 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,957 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,673 ft
ISA Deviation: -38.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYKL 130140Z 1302/1314 02007G17KT P6SM -SN OVC040 TEMPO 1302/1308 3SM -SN FM130800 35007G17KT P6SM SCT020 OVC040 TEMPO 1308/1312 5SM -SN BKN020 OVC040 FM131200 35007G17KT P6SM SCT020 BKN100 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 130800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Snow
08:00Z FM130800
+1h
VFR 350° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow
12:00Z FM131200
+5h
VFR 350° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKL
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 149°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYKL

9,485 observations | Oct 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.1%
MVFR
44.2%
IFR
16.2%
LIFR
2.5%

Schefferville Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 14°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.6% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.2%
NE
2.8%
E
3.2%
SE
7.5%
S
13.6%
SW
6.4%
W
20.6%
NW
24%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.3°C
Range: -40°C to 14°C
-40°C 14°C

Visibility

Average: 6.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

January February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,485 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Schefferville Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKL
IATA Code: YKL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,709 ft MSL

Location

City: Schefferville
Country: CA
Latitude: 54.805302°
Longitude: -66.805298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Schefferville Airport

Overview

Schefferville Airport serves the remote northern Quebec community of Schefferville, providing essential transportation infrastructure in a challenging subarctic environment. Located at 54.805302, -66.805298 with an elevation of 1709 ft MSL, the airport supports regional connectivity in an area characterized by rugged terrain and extreme climate conditions.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Schefferville Airport demonstrates significant variability, with historical data showing 42.9% of observations under MVFR conditions and only 36.3% under standard VFR. Winter temperatures averaging -12.3°C, with extremes ranging from -40°C to 14°C, present substantial meteorological challenges for pilots. Visibility typically remains good at 6.8 statute miles, with only 8.9% of observations reporting visibility below 3SM.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 17/35, constructed with asphalt and measuring 5000 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) at an average of 8.8 knots characterize the local wind environment, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots and calm conditions occurring 4.3% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of 5.4 knots. January, October, and December historically offer the most stable VFR conditions, providing optimal periods for less challenging approaches and departures.

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

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