Gjoa Haven Airport

CYHK / YHK

Gjoa Haven, CA

Last Updated
Apr 29, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
19:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
-13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -14°C
16 kt
350°
10 SM
Visibility
3,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYHK 291900Z 35016KT 10SM -SN DRSN BKN037 M13/M14 A3005 RMK SC7 SLP183

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 152 ft
BKN 3,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,852 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gjoa Haven Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 16 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -13°C (9°F) with a dewpoint of -14°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

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 Snow, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow between 18:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with FCST between 23:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (152 ft)
Pressure Alt
10 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,314 ft
ISA Deviation: -27.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYHK 291740Z 2918/3006 35015KT P6SM SCT012 BKN025 TEMPO 2918/2923 5SM -SN BKN012 FM292300 35012KT P6SM SCT020 TEMPO 2923/3006 BKN020 RMK NXT FCST BY 300000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
23:00Z FM292300
+4h
VFR 350° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YHK
13T
31T ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13T/31T
Active: 31T
4,400 ft 100 ft GVL 127°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYHK

10,885 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38.3%
MVFR
37.3%
IFR
15.8%
LIFR
8.7%

Gjoa Haven Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 12.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -43°C to 9°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 12.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 12.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.4%
NE
6%
E
6.5%
SE
5.1%
S
9%
SW
15.4%
W
19.8%
NW
21.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -20.7°C
Range: -43°C to 9°C
-43°C 9°C

Visibility

Average: 6.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 12.1%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

April March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13T/31T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,885 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gjoa Haven Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYHK
IATA Code: YHK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 152 ft MSL

Location

City: Gjoa Haven
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.635597°
Longitude: -95.849701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13T/31T
Length: 4,400 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Gjoa Haven Airport

Gjoa Haven Airport (CYHK/YHK) is located in Gjoa Haven, CA at an elevation of 152 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13T/31T), with the longest at 4,400 feet.

Weather Profile

CYHK is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 38.3% of the time across 10,885 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 24.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYHK come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 12.9 knots and recorded gusts up to 38 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.3%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 13T/31T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 7.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -43°C (-45°F) to 9°C (48°F), averaging -20.7°C (-5°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.91 to 30.88 inHg (979-1046 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,885 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.