Current Weather
Raw METAR
Weather Briefing
VFRChapais Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
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6,496 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 28° |
↑ 2.5 kt
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↔ 4.3 kt
60° angle
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Weather Statistics - CYMT
14,077 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Chapais Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 36.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, April.
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Statistics computed from 14,077 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Chapais Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Chapais Airport
Overview
Chapais Airport serves the Chibougamau region in Quebec, Canada, situated at an elevation of 1270 ft MSL. As a medium airport, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this northern territory, supporting regional aviation needs in a remote geographical area.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences significant weather variability, with marginal VFR conditions predominating at 49.1% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -33°C, while summer peaks reach 26°C, presenting substantial seasonal operational challenges. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots characterize the typical wind environment.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates 49.771900, -74.528099, Chapais Airport features a single asphalt runway (04/22) measuring 6496 feet in length. The surrounding terrain likely includes boreal forest typical of northern Quebec, with potential implications for wind patterns and visual navigation references.
Approach Considerations
Runway 04/22 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% compatibility to prevailing winds and an average crosswind component of only 5.1 knots. Pilots should anticipate reduced visibility potential, with observations showing 5.9% of reports featuring visibility below 3 statute miles, and occasional fog events at 0.6% of recorded periods.
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