Arviat Airport

CYEK / YEK

Arviat, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
12 kt
20°
9 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYEK 150700Z AUTO 02012KT 9SM OVC010 M06/M07 A2984 RMK SLP108

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 32 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,032 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Arviat Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 12 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -6°C (21°F) with a dewpoint of -7°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 12 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Snow, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow, Mist, FCST, FCST between 06:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (32 ft)
Pressure Alt
130 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,382 ft
ISA Deviation: -20.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYEK 150540Z 1506/1518 02012G22KT P6SM OVC012 TEMPO 1506/1518 5SM -SN BR OVC006 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 151200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEK
15T
33T ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15T/33T
Active: 33T
4,000 ft 100 ft GVL 149°
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYEK

10,109 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52%
MVFR
28.2%
IFR
15.1%
LIFR
4.7%

Arviat Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 13.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 17°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 9.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 13.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
30.2%
NE
6.2%
E
4.8%
SE
5.2%
S
7.5%
SW
5.3%
W
9%
NW
31%

Temperature Range

Average: -15.6°C
Range: -39°C to 17°C
-39°C 17°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 9.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

March December April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15T/33T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,109 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arviat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYEK
IATA Code: YEK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 32 ft MSL

Location

City: Arviat
Country: CA
Latitude: 61.094200°
Longitude: -94.070801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 15T/33T
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Arviat Airport

Arviat Airport (CYEK/YEK) is located in Arviat, CA at an elevation of 32 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15T/33T), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 52% of the time based on 10,109 observations, CYEK requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 19.8% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYEK come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 13.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 41 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.8%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 15T/33T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, December, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -39°C (-38°F) to 17°C (63°F), averaging -15.6°C (4°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.98 to 30.94 inHg (981-1048 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,109 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.