Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport

CYMX / YMX

Montréal, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
50°
30 SM
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMX 151400Z 05007KT 360V090 30SM SCT018 BKN034 BKN070 15/11 A2991 RMK SC4SC2AC1 SLP131

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 270 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,070 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,670 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,270 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 7 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 24 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 Rain, Light Drizzle, Mist, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Light Drizzle, Mist between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (270 ft)
Pressure Alt
278 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 343 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYMX 151140Z 1512/1612 03005KT P6SM SCT008 OVC030 TEMPO 1512/1516 5SM -RA -DZ BR BKN008 OVC015 FM151600 VRB03KT P6SM BKN015 OVC030 TEMPO 1516/1520 FEW015 BKN030 BECMG 1518/1520 23005KT FM152200 23006KT P6SM BKN040 FM160100 24005KT P6SM FEW040 FM160800 24005KT P6SM SCT110 BECMG 1610/1612 24008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 151800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
16:00Z FM151600
+2h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
16:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 230° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMX
06 ✈️
24
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
12,000 ft 200 ft CON 45°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
11/29 8,852 ft 200 ft CON 98°
4.7 kt 5.2 kt
48° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYMX

6,774 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.7%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
4.5%

Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 27°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 May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 10.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.5%
NE
20.4%
E
5.5%
SE
1.9%
S
4.4%
SW
22.9%
W
23.5%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.8°C
Range: -29°C to 27°C
-29°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 22.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,774 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMX
IATA Code: YMX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 270 ft MSL

Location

City: Montréal
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.679501°
Longitude: -74.038696°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 12,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 8,852 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport

Overview

Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport serves the Greater Montreal region as a strategic medium-sized airport located northwest of Montreal. Situated at 270 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Quebec area. Its two substantial runways support diverse aviation operations across commercial, cargo, and potential general aviation segments.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 64.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variation, ranging from -29°C to 27°C, with an average temperature of 0°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the west (270°) at an average of 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 12.1% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 18 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two concrete runways: a primary 12,000-foot runway (06/24) and a secondary 8,852-foot runway (11/29). Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging 1.9 knots on runway 06/24 and 3.9 knots on runway 11/29, which provides flexible operational capabilities for arriving and departing aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averaging 21.9 statute miles supports reliable approaches, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced conditions. September, October, and December offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Low IFR and LIFR conditions occur in 15.5% of observations, primarily during winter months. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with fog present in approximately 3% of observations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.