Yarmouth Airport

CYQI / YQI

Yarmouth, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
9 kt
190°
15 SM
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQI 231400Z 19009KT 15SM OVC013 03/02 A2986 RMK SF8 SLP116

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
OVC 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,441 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Yarmouth Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,300 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 9 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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 Snow, Light Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 12:00Z and 14:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions between 12:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
209 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,197 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQI 231140Z 2312/2324 16007KT 2SM -SN OVC004 TEMPO 2312/2314 6SM -RA BR SCT004 OVC010 PROB40 2312/2313 OVC002 FM231400 18008KT 3SM -SHRA BR BKN015 OVC030 TEMPO 2314/2319 P6SM NSW SCT015 BKN030 FM231900 18010KT 2SM -SHRA BR OVC006 BECMG 2319/2321 24008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 231800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:13Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 160° 7 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Snow
19:00Z FM231900
+5h
IFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
19:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 240° 8 kt
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°
5.8 kt 6.9 kt
50° angle
15/33 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
4.9 kt 7.5 kt
57° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQI

7,146 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52%
MVFR
25.5%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
12.9%

Yarmouth Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 10.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.8%
NE
6%
E
8.4%
SE
6.4%
S
13.2%
SW
10.9%
W
17.3%
NW
19.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 3°C
Range: -15°C to 23°C
-15°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 10.4%
Fog Frequency: 7.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,146 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.