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Weather Briefing
MVFRChapais Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,400 feet and 9 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 2400 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 6 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Showers Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 19:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
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6,496 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 28° |
↑ 3.5 kt
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↔ 6.1 kt
60° angle
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Weather Statistics - CYMT
16,153 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Chapais Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 40.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 16,153 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Chapais Airport - Airport Information
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About Chapais Airport
Overview
Chapais Airport serves the Chibougamau region in Quebec, Canada, situated at an elevation of 1270 ft MSL. As a medium airport, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this northern territory, supporting regional aviation needs in a remote geographical area.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences significant weather variability, with marginal VFR conditions predominating at 49.1% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -33°C, while summer peaks reach 26°C, presenting substantial seasonal operational challenges. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots characterize the typical wind environment.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates 49.771900, -74.528099, Chapais Airport features a single asphalt runway (04/22) measuring 6496 feet in length. The surrounding terrain likely includes boreal forest typical of northern Quebec, with potential implications for wind patterns and visual navigation references.
Approach Considerations
Runway 04/22 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% compatibility to prevailing winds and an average crosswind component of only 5.1 knots. Pilots should anticipate reduced visibility potential, with observations showing 5.9% of reports featuring visibility below 3 statute miles, and occasional fog events at 0.6% of recorded periods.
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