Kenora Airport

CYQK / YQK

Kenora, CA

Last Updated
Apr 26, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
5 kt
140°
20 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQK 260900Z 14005KT 20SM FEW084 SCT240 M00/M07 A3003 RMK AC2CI2 SLP184

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,332 ft
FEW 8,400 ft AGL
SCT 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,732 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,332 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kenora Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 24,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 8,400 ft, scattered at 24,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 0°C (32°F) with a dewpoint of -7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
973 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,332 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,220 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -260 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQK 260740Z 2608/2620 18005KT P6SM FEW220 BECMG 2613/2615 21012KT RMK NXT FCST BY 261400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 210° 12 kt
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQK
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,800 ft 150 ft ASP 77°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQK

6,121 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58%
MVFR
24.4%
IFR
10.5%
LIFR
7.1%

Kenora Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
5.9%
E
6.9%
SE
9.3%
S
21.8%
SW
9.1%
W
13.9%
NW
18.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.3°C
Range: -35°C to 28°C
-35°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 15.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.7%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,121 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kenora Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQK
IATA Code: YQK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,332 ft MSL

Location

City: Kenora
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.788300°
Longitude: -94.363098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kenora Airport

Overview

Kenora Airport (CYQK) serves the northwestern Ontario region, situated at 1332 ft MSL near the city of Kenora. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity in this remote Canadian landscape. Its single runway of 5800 ft accommodates various aircraft types supporting local and transit operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Kenora demonstrates significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -35°C to 28°C. Visual flight rules (VFR) dominate 57.3% of observations, though pilots should anticipate moderate visibility challenges with 5.3% of reports showing conditions below 3SM. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, with minimal precipitation and stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Runway 08/26 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, indicating excellent alignment with prevailing wind patterns. The airport's elevation and regional terrain suggest potential for rapid weather transitions typical of northwestern Ontario's complex meteorological environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots approaching Kenora should anticipate an average crosswind of 5.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring in only 1.3% of observations. The runway's asphalt surface and substantial 5800 ft length accommodate most medium-sized aircraft with reliable performance margins. Given the variable weather conditions, thorough preflight planning and continuous weather monitoring are strongly recommended.

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
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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.