Umiujaq Airport

CYMU / YUD

Umiujaq, CA

Last Updated
May 19, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
12 kt
60°
15 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMU 192100Z 06012KT 15SM SCT030 OVC200 02/M07 A3007 RMK SC3CS5 LAST STFD OBS NXT 20 1130Z SLP191

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
OVC 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,250 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Umiujaq Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 20,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 12 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (250 ft)
Pressure Alt
108 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,392 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.5°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMU
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
3,500 ft 100 ft GRAVEL
9.2 kt 7.7 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 - CYMU

2,213 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46.9%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
16.3%
LIFR
6.2%

Umiujaq Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 14.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 20°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 12.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 14.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.3%
N
6.3%
S
19.7%
W
14.9%
NE
3.6%
NW
9.1%
SE
8.1%
SW
14.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -7.6°C
Range: -33°C to 20°C
-33°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 12.9%
Fog Frequency: 8.9%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,213 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Umiujaq Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMU
IATA Code: YUD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 250 ft MSL

Location

City: Umiujaq
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.536098°
Longitude: -76.518303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Umiujaq Airport

Umiujaq Airport (CYMU/YUD) is located in Umiujaq, CA at an elevation of 250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 3,500 feet.

Weather Profile

CYMU is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 46.9% of the time across 2,213 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 22.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 8.9% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 12.9% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYMU come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 14.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.1%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 9.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -33°C (-27°F) to 20°C (68°F), averaging -7.6°C (18°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.12 to 30.61 inHg (952-1037 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,213 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.