Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport

CYMJ / YMJ

Moose Jaw, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -14°C
13 kt
100°
4 SM
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMJ 042000Z 10013KT 4SM -SN BR DRSN OVC013 M11/M14 A3003 RMK SC8 DENSITY ALT -1296FT VIS VRB 3-5 SLP212

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,892 ft
OVC 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,192 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,892 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,780 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -886 ft
ISA Deviation: -22.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYMJ 041918Z 0419/0506 09012KT P6SM OVC015 TEMPO 0419/0504 3SM -SN BR OVC008 BECMG 0421/0423 11015KT FM050400 11015KT 4SM -SNPL BR OVC012 RMK NXT FCST BY 050000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 110° 15 kt
04:00Z FM050400
+8h
IFR 110° 15 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Light SNPL, Mist, 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°
7.3 kt 10.8 kt
56° angle
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 11L
8,326 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 11R
7,280 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
12.8 kt 2.3 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

1,734 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.6%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
5%

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.1 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 October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
2.6%
E
10.8%
SE
16.1%
S
7.2%
SW
10.2%
W
19.3%
NW
25.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.5°C
Range: -35°C to 32°C
-35°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 12.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.1 kt
Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 1,734 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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

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

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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.