Mayo Airport

CYMA / YMA

Mayo, CA

Last Updated
Jun 25, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
8 kt
210°
20 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMA 250000Z 21008KT 190V260 20SM SCT080 OVC100 23/01 A2985 RMK AC3AS5 CLIMAT 23.5/17.4/0.0 SLP122 DENSITY ALT 3100FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,653 ft
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,653 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,653 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mayo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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 Showers Rain, FCST. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, FCST between 00:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
956 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,653 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,721 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,078 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYMA 242340Z 2500/2512 VRB03KT P6SM SCT100 TEMPO 2500/2512 VRB15G25KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN080CB RMK NXT FCST BY 250600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMA
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
4,856 ft 100 ft GVL 90°
6.1 kt 5.1 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 - CYMA

6,965 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.1%
MVFR
10.4%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
0.9%

Mayo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -50°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 29.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.2%
N
28.7%
S
2.4%
W
5.3%
NE
10.2%
NW
2.4%
SE
1.9%
SW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -8.8°C
Range: -50°C to 25°C
-50°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 17.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 7.3%

Best Months for VFR

June March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,965 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mayo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMA
IATA Code: YMA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,653 ft MSL

Location

City: Mayo
Country: CA
Latitude: 63.616402°
Longitude: -135.867996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,856 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Mayo Airport

Overview

Mayo Airport serves the community of Mayo in the Yukon Territory of Canada, providing critical transportation infrastructure in a remote northern region. Situated at an elevation of 1,653 feet MSL, the airport is a medium-sized facility supporting regional air transportation needs. Its strategic location enables access to an otherwise challenging geographical area with limited ground transportation options.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mayo Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 79.7% of observations. Winter temperatures can plummet to -50°C, while summer peaks around 19°C, creating a challenging meteorological environment. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northerly winds averaging 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring in 36.9% of observations and occasional gusts up to 18 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25, measuring 4,856 feet with a gravel (GVL) surface, is aligned to accommodate the prevailing wind patterns. Visibility averages 16.1 statute miles, though fog occurs in 14.8% of observations and conditions below 3 miles happen in 3.4% of reports. The airport experiences most favorable VFR conditions during September, October, and December.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3.3 knots. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility and temperature extremes, particularly during winter months. The airport's geographic location and meteorological characteristics require careful preflight planning and continuous situational awareness during approach and landing.

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
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.