Puvirnituq Airport

CYPX / YPX

Puvirnituq, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -29°C
16 kt
280°
6 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYPX 050720Z AUTO 28016KT 6SM HZ CLR M26/M29 A3012 RMK PRESRR SLP205
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (74 ft)
Pressure Alt
-129 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -5,031 ft
ISA Deviation: -40.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYPX 050727Z 0507/0518 28020G30KT 1SM BLSN HZ FEW150 TEMPO 0507/0518 6SM BLSN HZ RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:32Z BASE
+0h
IFR 280° 20 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Blowing Snow, Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPX
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
6,299 ft 148 ft GVL 343°
0.0 kt 16.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYPX

10,488 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
39.7%
MVFR
38.5%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
7.3%

Puvirnituq Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 39.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 12.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 13°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 12.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 12.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.7%
NE
7.4%
E
12.7%
SE
10.2%
S
17.3%
SW
10.6%
W
18.4%
NW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -12.5°C
Range: -36°C to 13°C
-36°C 13°C

Visibility

Average: 6.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 12.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

February March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,488 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Puvirnituq Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYPX
IATA Code: YPX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 74 ft MSL

Location

City: Puvirnituq
Country: CA
Latitude: 60.050598°
Longitude: -77.286903°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,299 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Puvirnituq Airport

Overview

Puvirnituq Airport serves the remote Nunavik region in northern Quebec, Canada, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated Arctic community. Located at 60.050598, -77.286903, the airport supports regional and medical transport operations in an environment characterized by extreme weather conditions and challenging geographical terrain.

Flying Conditions

Weather at CYPX demonstrates significant variability, with only 35.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions and substantial periods of instrument meteorological conditions. Winter months present the most consistent flight conditions, with Jan, Dec, and Nov offering the best VFR potential. Temperature ranges from -36°C to 13°C, emphasizing the need for comprehensive cold-weather aircraft and operational preparations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 01/19 measuring 6,299 feet, positioned at 74 feet mean sea level. Prevailing westerly winds average 13 knots, with occasional gusts up to 41 knots, creating potential crosswind challenges for pilots. The runway demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, which provides consistent approach opportunities despite the harsh Arctic environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility, with 13.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 2.6% experiencing fog conditions. The average crosswind of 8.9 knots on runway 01/19 requires careful wind management during approaches. Given the airport's northern latitude and variable weather, thorough preflight planning and alternate airport considerations are critically important.

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.