Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport

CYMJ / YMJ

Moose Jaw, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
31 kt
280° G47 kt
--
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
987 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMJ 141900Z 28031G47KT 2 1/4SM -SHRA BKN020 BKN044 OVC070 10/09 A2914 RMK SC5SC2AC1 DENSITY ALT 2817FT VIS VRB 1 1/2-3 LAST OBS /NEXT 151000 UTC SLP869

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,892 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,892 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,292 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,892 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet. Note: This observation is 4.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 31 knots with gusts to 47 knots. The significant gust spread of 16 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 29 is favored with a 31-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 8 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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 11 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 Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Mist, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 35 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 19:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations. 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
987 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
924 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,892 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,680 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,534 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYMJ 141908Z 1419/1506 28030G45KT P6SM -RA SCT020 BKN030 TEMPO 1419/1422 2SM -SHRA BR SCT008 OVC020 FM142200 28035G45KT 3SM -RA BR SCT006 OVC010 TEMPO 1422/1502 6SM -RA BR SCT010 OVC020 FM150200 28025G35KT P6SM BKN030 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 30 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
02:00Z FM150200
+3h
VFR 280° 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMJ
03
21
11L
29R ✈️
11R
29L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 3,400 ft 100 ft ASP 44°
17.3 kt 25.7 kt
124° angle
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 29R
8,326 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
30.5 kt 5.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 29L
7,280 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
30.5 kt 5.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYMJ

2,612 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
5.1%

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
4.4%
E
10.4%
SE
15.4%
S
7.7%
SW
10%
W
17.9%
NW
24.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.2°C
Range: -35°C to 32°C
-35°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 12.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

May October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.2 kt
Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,612 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMJ
IATA Code: YMJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,892 ft MSL

Location

City: Moose Jaw
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.330299°
Longitude: -105.558998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,400 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11L/29R
Length: 8,326 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 7,280 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport

Overview

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Saskatchewan, Canada, at an elevation of 1,892 feet MSL. The airport is situated near the city of Moose Jaw, offering strategic aviation infrastructure with three paved runways ranging from 3,400 to 8,326 feet in length. Its configuration supports diverse aviation operations, including military and civilian traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYMJ demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 69.5% of the time. Pilots can expect northwest winds averaging 11.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -35°C to 32°C. The airport experiences the most stable VFR conditions during September, October, and November, with visibility typically around 12.3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with favorable wind alignments, each allowing 100% wind compatibility. All runways experience relatively moderate crosswind conditions, with average crosswinds between 4.9 and 9.1 knots. The substantial runway lengths, particularly the 8,326-foot 11L/29R, accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwest winds when planning approaches, with calm conditions occurring only 3.4% of the time. All three runways demonstrate excellent wind characteristics, minimizing potential crosswind challenges. The comprehensive runway system allows flexible approach options, with instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occurring in approximately 13.3% of observations.

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.