Ivujivik Airport

CYIK / YIK

Ivujivik, CA

Last Updated
Apr 29, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
21:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
15 kt
20°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYIK 292100Z 02015KT 15SM SKC M05/M09 A2995 RMK LAST STFD OB/NEXT 301200UTC SLP146

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ivujivik Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 10.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 15 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -5°C (23°F) with a dewpoint of -9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (126 ft)
Pressure Alt
104 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,266 ft
ISA Deviation: -19.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YIK
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
3,521 ft 100 ft GVL 51°
9.6 kt 11.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYIK

2,244 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
40%
MVFR
40.8%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
6.9%

Ivujivik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 40% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 13.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 11°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 13.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.9%
NE
12.1%
E
5.4%
SE
16.1%
S
22.4%
SW
9.6%
W
11.7%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -10.6°C
Range: -33°C to 11°C
-33°C 11°C

Visibility

Average: 10.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.2%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

February March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,244 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ivujivik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYIK
IATA Code: YIK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 126 ft MSL

Location

City: Ivujivik
Country: CA
Latitude: 62.417301°
Longitude: -77.925301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,521 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Ivujivik Airport

Ivujivik Airport (CYIK/YIK) is located in Ivujivik, CA at an elevation of 126 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 3,521 feet.

Weather Profile

CYIK is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 40% of the time across 2,244 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 19.2% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYIK come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 13.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 38 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 9.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, March, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -33°C (-27°F) to 11°C (52°F), averaging -10.6°C (13°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.82 to 30.71 inHg (976-1040 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,244 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.