Roberval Airport

CYRJ / YRJ

Roberval, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
8 kt
290°
20 SM
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYRJ 230600Z 29008KT 20SM OVC044 01/00 A2993 RMK SC8 SLP143

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 586 ft
OVC 4,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,986 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Roberval Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,400 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 8 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 1°C (34°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 6 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with FCST between 01:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (586 ft)
Pressure Alt
564 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -975 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYRJ 221940Z 2220/2302 11007KT P6SM OVC080 TEMPO 2220/2222 P6SM -SHRA FM222200 33006KT P6SM -SHRA OVC040 TEMPO 2222/2302 4SM -SHRA BKN015 OVC040 PROB30 2301/2302 BKN008 RMK NXT FCST BY 231200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YRJ
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 142°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYRJ

6,009 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73%
MVFR
17.7%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
2.6%

Roberval Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.6%
NE
1%
E
8.2%
SE
7.8%
S
6.6%
SW
14.9%
W
23.6%
NW
28.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.4°C
Range: -29°C to 27°C
-29°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 23.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,009 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Roberval Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYRJ
IATA Code: YRJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 586 ft MSL

Location

City: Roberval
Country: CA
Latitude: 48.519665°
Longitude: -72.265735°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Roberval Airport

Overview

Roberval Airport serves the Quebec region, situated at 48.519665, -72.265735 with an elevation of 586 feet MSL. As a medium airport located in central Quebec, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and local operations. The airport features a single runway (16/34) measuring 5000 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Roberval Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 71.1% of observations. Temperature ranges extensively from -27°C to 27°C, with an average of -1.9°C, indicating challenging winter flying conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 8.1 knots, occasionally reaching maximum speeds of 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (16/34) has favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.6 knots. Visibility averages an impressive 23.7 statute miles, with only 5.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.7%) contributes to generally good visual conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, offering most stable flying conditions. Instrument meteorological conditions occur in 9.3% of observations (IFR and LIFR combined), requiring pilots to be prepared for potential instrument approaches. The consistent westerly winds make runway orientation highly predictable for landing and takeoff planning.

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.