Meadow Lake Airport

CYLJ / YLJ

Meadow Lake, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
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🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
-16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -20°C
10 kt
140° G16 kt
3 SM
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYLJ 050000Z 14010G16KT 3SM -SN DRSN OVC020 M16/M20 A3004 RMK SC8 LAST STFD OBS/NXT 051200Z SLP224

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,576 ft
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,576 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,576 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,464 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,878 ft
ISA Deviation: -27.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLJ
09
27
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 100°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
2,290 ft 75 ft ASP 179°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYLJ

2,705 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.9%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
2.9%

Meadow Lake Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -38°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
11.8%
E
14.6%
SE
10.1%
S
5.1%
SW
8.5%
W
24.5%
NW
11.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.8°C
Range: -38°C to 28°C
-38°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 12.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

January September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,705 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Meadow Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLJ
IATA Code: YLJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,576 ft MSL

Location

City: Meadow Lake
Country: CA
Latitude: 54.125301°
Longitude: -108.523003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 2,290 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Meadow Lake Airport

Overview

Meadow Lake Airport serves the Meadow Lake region in Canada, situated at an elevation of 1576 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport features two asphalt runways that support various general aviation and regional operations. Located at coordinates 54.125301, -108.523003, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Meadow Lake Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 64.2% of observations. Pilots can expect considerable temperature ranges from -38°C to 28°C, with an average temperature of -4°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270°, averaging 8.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 38 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways offer complementary operational capabilities: Runway 09/27 measures 5000 ft in length, while Runway 17/35 provides a shorter 2290 ft option. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components of 4.3 knots for 09/27 and 6.2 knots for 17/35. The geographic location suggests potential for challenging winter flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 12.4 statute miles with only 6.9% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should note the highest probability of favorable VFR conditions during January, September, and October. The consistent westerly winds and low crosswind values make both runways generally accessible with minimal wind-related complications.

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.