North Battleford Airport

CYQW / YQW

North Battleford, CA

Last Updated
Jun 25, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
8 kt
80°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQW 250600Z AUTO 08008KT 9SM CLR 13/10 A3008 RMK SLP193

Weather Briefing

VFR

North Battleford Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 8 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
959 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,799 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,627 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,819 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQW 250540Z 2506/2518 11008KT P6SM FEW060 SCT250 TEMPO 2510/2512 5SM BR BECMG 2514/2516 04008KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 251200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 40° 8 kt
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQW
06 ✈️
24
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
2,565 ft 50 ft ASP 78°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
12/30 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
4.1 kt 6.9 kt
59° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQW

9,528 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
3.9%

North Battleford Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
34.4%
N
9.8%
S
2.8%
W
16.3%
NE
7.5%
NW
18.5%
SE
5.9%
SW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.6°C
Range: -39°C to 34°C
-39°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,528 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

North Battleford Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQW
IATA Code: YQW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,799 ft MSL

Location

City: North Battleford
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.769409°
Longitude: -108.243742°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,565 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About North Battleford Airport

Overview

North Battleford Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Saskatchewan, Canada, situated at 52.769409, -108.243742. Positioned at an elevation of 1,799 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the North Battleford region, supporting regional and local flight operations with two asphalt runways.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at North Battleford Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 66.8% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly easterly winds averaging 8.9 knots, with temperature ranges from -39°C to 30°C. Seasonal VFR performance is most reliable during September, October, and November, when weather conditions are most stable.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 06/24 at 2,565 feet and 12/30 at 5,000 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 6.1 knots for 06/24 and 3.7 knots for 12/30. Visibility averages 8.2 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions affecting less than 4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly wind conditions when planning approaches. The consistent wind patterns and substantial runway lengths provide flexible operational capabilities. Low Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions occur in approximately 8% of observations, with an additional 4.5% experiencing limited meteorological conditions that require heightened situational awareness.

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

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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.