Gjoa Haven Airport

CYHK / YHK

Gjoa Haven, CA

Last Updated
Jun 27, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
210°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYHK 271800Z AUTO 21008KT 9SM CLR 15/12 A2985 RMK SLP113

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gjoa Haven Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 13T/31T is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

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 (152 ft)
Pressure Alt
220 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 256 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.3°C

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: 13T
4,400 ft 100 ft GVL 127°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYHK

13,360 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
39.3%
MVFR
33.8%
IFR
16.2%
LIFR
10.8%

Gjoa Haven Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 39.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27% 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 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 10.2% 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:
E
7.1%
N
17.7%
S
8.9%
W
18.2%
NE
8.4%
NW
20.1%
SE
5%
SW
14.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -17.4°C
Range: -43°C to 19°C
-43°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 7.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 10.2%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13T/31T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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 39.3% of the time across 13,360 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 27% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 5.7% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 10.2% of the time.

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 7.6 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 19°C (66°F), averaging -17.4°C (1°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 13,360 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.