Yarmouth Airport

CYQI / YQI

Yarmouth, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 00:34Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
00:34Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
12 kt
100° G18 kt
15 SM
Visibility
4,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQI 150034Z 10012G18KT 15SM FEW015 OVC047 13/11 A2978 RMK SC1SC7 SLP086

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 4,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,641 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,841 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yarmouth Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,700 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 12 knots with gusts to 18 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 4700 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 12 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, Mist, Light Rain, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 02:00Z and 09:00Z.

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. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
299 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 93 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQI 142341Z 1500/1512 11015G25KT 5SM -RA BR SCT006 OVC015 TEMPO 1500/1502 P6SM NSW SCT015 OVC025 FM150200 05012G22KT P6SM SCT008 OVC012 TEMPO 1502/1509 5SM -RA BR BKN008 OVC012 BECMG 1507/1509 35012G22KT FM150900 35012G22KT P6SM -RA BKN015 OVC030 RMK NXT FCST BY 150600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 15 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
02:00Z FM150200
+2h
MVFR 50° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
02:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Rain, Mist
07:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 350° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQI
06
24
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
6.4 kt 10.2 kt
58° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
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 - CYQI

7,862 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.8%
MVFR
23.9%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
13.3%

Yarmouth Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 10.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.2%
NE
5.6%
E
9.4%
SE
6.5%
S
14%
SW
10.7%
W
17.3%
NW
19.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -15°C to 23°C
-15°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 10.3%
Fog Frequency: 7.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,862 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yarmouth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQI
IATA Code: YQI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Yarmouth
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.826900°
Longitude: -66.088097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Yarmouth Airport

Overview

Yarmouth Airport (CYQI) is a medium-sized airport located in Yarmouth, Canada, serving the southwestern Nova Scotia region. Situated at an elevation of 141 feet MSL with coordinates 43.826900, -66.088097, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. Its two asphalt runways offer versatile operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 54.2% of observations in VFR and 26.4% in Marginal VFR conditions. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 11.7 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with temperatures ranging from -11°C to 23°C. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, with optimal visibility and minimal weather disruptions.

Notable Features

Both runways (06/24 at 6000ft and 15/33 at 5000ft) demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport experiences visibility averages of 11.2 statute miles, with only 8.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog occurs in 4.9% of observations, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are moderate, with average crosswind components of 8.1 knots for runway 06/24 and 6.9 knots for runway 15/33. Pilots can expect relatively consistent wind patterns from the west (270°), with occasional maximum wind speeds up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur in just 1.3% of observations, providing generally stable approach environments.

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.