Yorkton Municipal Airport

CYQV / YQV

Yorkton, CA

Last Updated
Apr 28, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
5 kt
290°
9 SM
Visibility
4,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQV 281200Z AUTO 29005KT 9SM OVC041 M01/M04 A3006 RMK SLP207

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,635 ft
OVC 4,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,735 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yorkton Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,100 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 4100 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -4°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Snow between 12:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,635 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,493 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -35 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQV 281140Z 2812/2824 28008KT P6SM OVC040 TEMPO 2812/2820 3SM -SHSN BKN020 OVC040 FM282000 32012KT P6SM VCSH BKN040 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 281800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
20:00Z FM282000
+8h
VFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQV
04
22
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,800 ft 150 ft ASP 44°
2.0 kt 4.6 kt
114° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,000 ft 100 ft COM 135°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQV

9,331 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.1%
MVFR
28.5%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
6.6%

Yorkton Municipal Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.8%
NE
4.6%
E
8.3%
SE
16.3%
S
13.6%
SW
7.9%
W
17.6%
NW
18.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.9°C
Range: -39°C to 30°C
-39°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 7.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.2%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

September November April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.9 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,331 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yorkton Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQV
IATA Code: YQV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,635 ft MSL

Location

City: Yorkton
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.264702°
Longitude: -102.461998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: COM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Yorkton Municipal Airport

Overview

Yorkton Municipal Airport serves the Saskatchewan region as a medium-sized airport located at 51.264702, -102.461998, with an elevation of 1,635 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary 4,800-foot asphalt runway (04/22) and a secondary 3,000-foot commissioned runway (13/31). Its strategic location supports regional aviation operations in southeastern Saskatchewan.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Yorkton Municipal Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 56.1% of observations. Pilots can expect Northwest winds averaging 10.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 34 knots. Temperature ranges are extreme, from -34°C to 30°C, with an average of -5.6°C, indicating challenging winter flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility for varying wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.1 knots and Runway 13/31 experiencing a lower average crosswind of 4.6 knots. Visibility averages 7.6 statute miles, with occasional restrictions during 5.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions occurring 28.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions presenting during 15% of observations. The Northwest prevailing winds and moderate crosswind conditions suggest careful wind assessment during approach and landing.

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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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.