Eastmain River Airport

CZEM / ZEM

Eastmain River, CA

Last Updated
Jun 26, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
2 kt
Variable
15 SM
Visibility
14,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZEM 262000Z VRB02KT 15SM SCT120 BKN140 18/11 A3003 RMK AC4AC1 LAST STFD OBS/NEXT 281400 UTC SLP170 DENSITY ALT 300FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
SCT 12,000 ft AGL
BKN 14,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,024 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,024 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Eastmain River Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 14,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 4.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 14000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
-89 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 277 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZEM
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 3,512 ft 100 ft GRAVEL 19° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZEM

1,704 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.5%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
13.3%
LIFR
4.8%

Eastmain River Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
4.5%
E
7.3%
SE
8.1%
S
15.6%
SW
12.3%
W
23.5%
NW
21.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.7°C
Range: -34°C to 32°C
-34°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 12.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

June March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt

Statistics computed from 1,704 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Eastmain River Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZEM
IATA Code: ZEM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Eastmain River
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.226398°
Longitude: -78.522499°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,512 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRAVEL
ILS: No

About Eastmain River Airport

Eastmain River Airport (CZEM/ZEM) is located in Eastmain River, CA at an elevation of 24 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 3,512 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 55.5% of the time based on 1,704 observations, CZEM requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 18.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CZEM come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 9.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 30 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, March, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -34°C (-29°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging -2.7°C (27°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.1 to 30.74 inHg (985-1041 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,704 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.