Kuujjuarapik Airport

CYGW / YGW

Kuujjuarapik, CA

Last Updated
May 25, 04:49Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
04:49Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
13 kt
130° G19 kt
9 SM
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYGW 250449Z AUTO 13013G19KT 9SM BKN020 BKN055 BKN069 OVC100 10/08 A2984 RMK SLP108

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 34 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
BKN 6,900 ft AGL
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,034 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,534 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,934 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,034 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kuujjuarapik Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 13 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component (gusting to 19 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. 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 8°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 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 Rain, Light Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 04:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (34 ft)
Pressure Alt
132 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -460 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYGW 242340Z 2500/2512 14008G18KT P6SM SCT060 OVC100 FM250100 14008G18KT P6SM -RA SCT030 OVC060 FM250400 16008G18KT P6SM -RA SCT012 OVC030 TEMPO 2504/2508 5SM -RA BR OVC012 BECMG 2506/2508 16008KT FM250800 16007KT 6SM -RA BR SCT006 OVC015 TEMPO 2508/2512 2SM -RA BR BKN006 OVC015 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 250600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 160° 8 kt
08:00Z FM250800
+4h
MVFR 160° 7 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
08:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGW
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
5,052 ft 150 ft SAND/GRAVEL
2.3 kt 12.8 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 - CYGW

15,188 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38%
MVFR
46%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
2.2%

Kuujjuarapik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
2.6%
E
5.2%
SE
14.9%
S
17.5%
SW
12.3%
W
21.6%
NW
15.7%

Temperature Range

Average: -8.3°C
Range: -40°C to 26°C
-40°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 7 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.8%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March February April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 15,188 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kuujjuarapik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGW
IATA Code: YGW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 34 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuujjuarapik
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.281898°
Longitude: -77.765297°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,052 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: SAND/GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Kuujjuarapik Airport

Overview

Kuujjuarapik Airport serves the northern Quebec community of Kuujjuarapik, located at 55.281898, -77.765297 in Canada. As a medium-sized airport with a single sand/gravel runway measuring 5,052 feet, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote Arctic region at an elevation of 34 feet MSL.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kuujjuarapik demonstrate significant variability, with 48.7% of observations categorized as Marginal VFR and 14.4% as IFR. The prevailing winds are from the south at an average of 10.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from -33°C to 26°C, creating challenging winter and summer operational environments.

Notable Features

The airport's sand/gravel runway 03/21 presents unique surface characteristics that require specific landing and takeoff considerations. Situated in a northern latitude, the airport experiences significant seasonal weather changes. Calm wind conditions occur only 1.3% of the time, indicating consistent wind presence throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 7.1 knots. Pilots should expect the best VFR conditions during October, December, and January. Visibility averages 6.9 statute miles, with 7.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and occasional fog presence.

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.