Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport

CYLU / XGR

Kangiqsualujjuaq, CA

Last Updated
Apr 28, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 16 hours ago
19:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
13 kt
160°
15 SM
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYLU 281900Z 16013KT 15SM FEW020 SCT066 BKN080 03/M00 A2997 RMK SC1AC3AC5 SC TR LAST STFD OBS/NEXT 291200 UTC SLP157

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 215 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 6,600 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,215 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,815 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,215 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 15.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 13 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (215 ft)
Pressure Alt
163 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,225 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLU
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
3,521 ft 100 ft GRAVEL
13.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYLU

2,375 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
42.9%
MVFR
30.7%
IFR
22.1%
LIFR
4.3%

Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 42.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 15% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.2%
N
3.6%
S
15.8%
W
23.8%
NE
2%
NW
13.3%
SE
29.6%
SW
5.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -8.1°C
Range: -37°C to 16°C
-37°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 10.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 15%
Fog Frequency: 6.1%

Best Months for VFR

February March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,375 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLU
IATA Code: XGR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 215 ft MSL

Location

City: Kangiqsualujjuaq
Country: CA
Latitude: 58.711399°
Longitude: -65.992798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 3,521 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport

Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport (CYLU/XGR) is located in Kangiqsualujjuaq, CA at an elevation of 215 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 3,521 feet.

Weather Profile

CYLU is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 42.9% of the time across 2,375 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 26.4% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 6.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 15% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYLU come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 10.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 37 knots. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, March, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -37°C (-35°F) to 16°C (61°F), averaging -8.1°C (17°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.84 to 30.48 inHg (977-1032 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,375 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.