Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRSchefferville Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 18,000 feet and 9 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 10 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 18000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
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5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 149° |
↑ 9.8 kt
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↔ 1.7 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYKL
13,285 observations | Oct 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Schefferville Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 41.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.
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Statistics computed from 13,285 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Schefferville Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Schefferville Airport
Overview
Schefferville Airport serves the remote northern Quebec community of Schefferville, providing essential transportation infrastructure in a challenging subarctic environment. Located at 54.805302, -66.805298 with an elevation of 1709 ft MSL, the airport supports regional connectivity in an area characterized by rugged terrain and extreme climate conditions.
Flying Conditions
Weather at Schefferville Airport demonstrates significant variability, with historical data showing 42.9% of observations under MVFR conditions and only 36.3% under standard VFR. Winter temperatures averaging -12.3°C, with extremes ranging from -40°C to 14°C, present substantial meteorological challenges for pilots. Visibility typically remains good at 6.8 statute miles, with only 8.9% of observations reporting visibility below 3SM.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway 17/35, constructed with asphalt and measuring 5000 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) at an average of 8.8 knots characterize the local wind environment, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots and calm conditions occurring 4.3% of the time.
Approach Considerations
Runway 17/35 demonstrates consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of 5.4 knots. January, October, and December historically offer the most stable VFR conditions, providing optimal periods for less challenging approaches and departures.
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