Tasiujaq Airport

CYTQ / YTQ

Tasiujaq, CA

Last Updated
Apr 29, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
19 kt
40° G25 kt
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Visibility
700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTQ 292000Z 04019G25KT 3/4SM -SN DRSN OVC007 M04/M05 A2961 RMK SN2ST6 SLP032

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 122 ft
OVC 700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
822 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Tasiujaq Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 700 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 19 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 700 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -4°C (25°F) with a dewpoint of -5°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 1 hours. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, Light Snow, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow, FCST between 20:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (122 ft)
Pressure Alt
430 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,821 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYTQ 292039Z 2920/2921 04015G25KT 3/4SM -SN BKN007 OVC012 TEMPO 2920/2921 5SM -SN FEW007 OVC012 RMK NXT FCST BY 301400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:41Z BASE
+0h
IFR 40° 15 kt
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTQ
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
3,519 ft 100 ft GRAVEL
18.7 kt 3.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYTQ

1,806 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.5%
MVFR
32.2%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
4.7%

Tasiujaq Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 12.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -42°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 12.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.7%
N
6.4%
S
7.6%
W
28.7%
NE
11.2%
NW
11.5%
SE
1.9%
SW
28.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -10°C
Range: -42°C to 16°C
-42°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 11.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March January April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,806 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tasiujaq Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYTQ
IATA Code: YTQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 122 ft MSL

Location

City: Tasiujaq
Country: CA
Latitude: 58.667801°
Longitude: -69.955803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,519 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Tasiujaq Airport

Tasiujaq Airport (CYTQ/YTQ) is located in Tasiujaq, CA at an elevation of 122 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,519 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 54.5% of the time based on 1,806 observations, CYTQ requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 13.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYTQ come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 12.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 36 knots. Calm winds are rare (2%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, January, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -42°C (-44°F) to 16°C (61°F), averaging -10°C (14°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.61 to 30.56 inHg (969-1035 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,806 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.