Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport

CYSY / YSY

Sachs Harbour, CA

Last Updated
Jun 25, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
12 kt
120°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYSY 251400Z 12012KT 15SM FEW065 FEW100 13/10 A2977 RMK SC1AC1 SC TR SLP089

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 282 ft
FEW 6,500 ft AGL
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,782 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,282 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,500 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 12 knots. Runway 08T/26T is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,500 ft, few at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (282 ft)
Pressure Alt
440 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 268 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYSY 251440Z 2515/2523 12012KT P6SM FEW060 BECMG 2517/2519 18008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 251900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 180° 8 kt
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YSY
08T ✈️
26T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08T/26T
Active: 08T
4,000 ft 100 ft GVL 84°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYSY

2,100 observations | Oct 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.2%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
5.8%

Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 12.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -44°C to 11°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 4.8% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 12.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.7%
N
18.9%
S
5.7%
W
7.3%
NE
12.2%
NW
9.7%
SE
24.6%
SW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -16.7°C
Range: -44°C to 11°C
-44°C 11°C

Visibility

Average: 12.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.8%
Fog Frequency: 15.9%

Best Months for VFR

February January April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08T/26T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,100 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYSY
IATA Code: YSY
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 282 ft MSL

Location

City: Sachs Harbour
Country: CA
Latitude: 71.993896°
Longitude: -125.242996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08T/26T
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport

Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport (CYSY/YSY) is located in Sachs Harbour, CA at an elevation of 282 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08T/26T), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 68.2% of the time based on 2,100 observations, CYSY requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 15.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 15.9% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 4.8% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYSY come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 12.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 41 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08T/26T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 7.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, January, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -44°C (-47°F) to 11°C (52°F), averaging -16.7°C (2°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.94 to 30.77 inHg (980-1042 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,100 official METAR observations (Oct 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.