Mayo Airport

CYMA / YMA

Mayo, CA

Last Updated
Mar 6, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -23°C
7 kt
70°
20 SM
Visibility
4,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
995 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMA 062200Z 07007KT 020V090 20SM OVC041 M16/M23 A2937 RMK SC8 PRESFR SLP002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,653 ft
OVC 4,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,753 ft AMSL
QNH
995 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
940 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,653 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,201 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,122 ft
ISA Deviation: -27.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYMA 061740Z 0618/0706 01006KT P6SM BKN200 FM062100 02010KT P6SM SCT020 OVC120 TEMPO 0621/0624 3SM -SN OVC020 FM070000 02010KT 2SM -SN VV008 RMK NXT FCST BY 070000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
00:00Z FM070000
+1h
IFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Snow, FCST

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: 07
4,856 ft 100 ft GVL 90°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYMA

4,318 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
5%
LIFR
1.3%

Mayo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -50°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.3% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 35.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
28.7%
NE
11.6%
E
13%
SE
1.2%
S
1.3%
SW
4.3%
W
2.9%
NW
1.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.9°C
Range: -50°C to 19°C
-50°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 16.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 11.4%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,318 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.