Kenora Airport

CYQK / YQK

Kenora, CA

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
9 kt
180° G19 kt
20 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQK 101800Z 18009G19KT 20SM SCT021 BKN250 24/19 A2944 RMK CU4CI2 SLP967 DENSITY ALT 3300FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,332 ft
SCT 2,100 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,432 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,332 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kenora Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 9 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component (gusting to 19 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Mist, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 14:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 20:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST between 20:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,332 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,820 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,220 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQK 101340Z 1014/1102 12010KT P6SM BKN080 OVC160 TEMPO 1014/1016 5SM -SHRA BR SCT006 BKN015 OVC080 BECMG 1014/1016 16012G22KT FM102000 22008KT P6SM -SHRA BKN040 OVC060 TEMPO 1020/1102 5SM SHRA BR BKN015 OVC040 PROB30 1020/1102 VRB20G30KT 2SM +TSRA BR BKN006 OVC040CB RMK NXT FCST BY 102000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
20:00Z FM102000
+2h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
20:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Showers Rain, Mist
20:00Z PROB30
+2h
LIFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
5,800 ft 150 ft ASP 77°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQK

7,422 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.3%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
6.5%

Kenora Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
6.3%
E
7.1%
SE
9.2%
S
22%
SW
9.3%
W
12.7%
NW
18.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.6°C
Range: -35°C to 33°C
-35°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 15.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,422 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kenora Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQK
IATA Code: YQK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,332 ft MSL

Location

City: Kenora
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.788300°
Longitude: -94.363098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kenora Airport

Overview

Kenora Airport (CYQK) serves the northwestern Ontario region, situated at 1332 ft MSL near the city of Kenora. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity in this remote Canadian landscape. Its single runway of 5800 ft accommodates various aircraft types supporting local and transit operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Kenora demonstrates significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -35°C to 28°C. Visual flight rules (VFR) dominate 57.3% of observations, though pilots should anticipate moderate visibility challenges with 5.3% of reports showing conditions below 3SM. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, with minimal precipitation and stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Runway 08/26 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, indicating excellent alignment with prevailing wind patterns. The airport's elevation and regional terrain suggest potential for rapid weather transitions typical of northwestern Ontario's complex meteorological environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots approaching Kenora should anticipate an average crosswind of 5.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring in only 1.3% of observations. The runway's asphalt surface and substantial 5800 ft length accommodate most medium-sized aircraft with reliable performance margins. Given the variable weather conditions, thorough preflight planning and continuous weather monitoring are strongly recommended.

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.