Yarmouth Airport

CYQI / YQI

Yarmouth, CA

Last Updated
Jul 28, 20:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
20:25Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
10 kt
200°
4 SM
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQI 282025Z 20010KT 4SM BR OVC005 18/16 A2984 RMK SF8 VIS E 9 SLP109 DENSITY ALT 600FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
641 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Yarmouth Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 500 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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 10 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: Mist, Fog, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 20:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 20:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
239 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 633 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYQI 282022Z 2820/2906 23012KT P6SM SCT008 TEMPO 2820/2822 2SM BR BKN005 PROB30 2820/2822 1SM BR FM282200 21009KT 6SM BR BKN008 BECMG 2822/2824 3/4SM BR BKN003 FM290100 21005KT 1/2SM FG VV002 RMK NXT FCST BY 290000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z FM282200
+2h
IFR 210° 9 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
22:00Z BECMG
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
01:00Z FM290100
+5h
LIFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQI
06
24 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
15/33 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
3.9 kt 9.2 kt
67° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQI

10,143 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.7%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
8.9%
LIFR
15%

Yarmouth Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 9.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.6%
N
14%
S
16.4%
W
18.7%
NE
5%
NW
17.9%
SE
7%
SW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 6°C
Range: -15°C to 25°C
-15°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 11 SM
Below 3 SM: 9.9%
Fog Frequency: 9.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.8 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,143 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yarmouth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQI
IATA Code: YQI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Yarmouth
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.826900°
Longitude: -66.088097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Yarmouth Airport

Overview

Yarmouth Airport (CYQI) is a medium-sized airport located in Yarmouth, Canada, serving the southwestern Nova Scotia region. Situated at an elevation of 141 feet MSL with coordinates 43.826900, -66.088097, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. Its two asphalt runways offer versatile operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 54.2% of observations in VFR and 26.4% in Marginal VFR conditions. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 11.7 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with temperatures ranging from -11°C to 23°C. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, with optimal visibility and minimal weather disruptions.

Notable Features

Both runways (06/24 at 6000ft and 15/33 at 5000ft) demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport experiences visibility averages of 11.2 statute miles, with only 8.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog occurs in 4.9% of observations, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are moderate, with average crosswind components of 8.1 knots for runway 06/24 and 6.9 knots for runway 15/33. Pilots can expect relatively consistent wind patterns from the west (270°), with occasional maximum wind speeds up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur in just 1.3% of observations, providing generally stable approach environments.

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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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.