Kenora Airport

CYQK / YQK

Kenora, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
18 kt
210° G26 kt
4 SM
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
994 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQK 150800Z 21018G26KT 4SM BR OVC028 16/05 A2934 RMK SC8 SLP938 DENSITY ALT 2400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,332 ft
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,132 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kenora Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,800 feet and 4 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 18 knots with gusts to 26 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 14-knot crosswind component (gusting to 20 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Smoke, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 08:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
994 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
950 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,332 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,910 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,350 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYQK 150811Z 1508/1520 21015G25KT P6SM SCT100 TEMPO 1508/1515 4SM FU BKN100 BECMG 1512/1514 24018G32KT FM151500 24018G32KT P6SM BKN050 RMK NXT FCST BY 151400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 240° 18 kt
15:00Z FM151500
+6h
VFR 240° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
5,800 ft 150 ft ASP 77°
11.6 kt 13.8 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 - CYQK

6,649 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.4%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
6.7%

Kenora Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.7%
NE
5.8%
E
6.7%
SE
8.9%
S
20.9%
SW
8.9%
W
13.5%
NW
20.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.7°C
Range: -35°C to 28°C
-35°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 15.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.4%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,649 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kenora Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQK
IATA Code: YQK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,332 ft MSL

Location

City: Kenora
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.788300°
Longitude: -94.363098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kenora Airport

Overview

Kenora Airport (CYQK) serves the northwestern Ontario region, situated at 1332 ft MSL near the city of Kenora. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity in this remote Canadian landscape. Its single runway of 5800 ft accommodates various aircraft types supporting local and transit operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Kenora demonstrates significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -35°C to 28°C. Visual flight rules (VFR) dominate 57.3% of observations, though pilots should anticipate moderate visibility challenges with 5.3% of reports showing conditions below 3SM. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, with minimal precipitation and stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Runway 08/26 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, indicating excellent alignment with prevailing wind patterns. The airport's elevation and regional terrain suggest potential for rapid weather transitions typical of northwestern Ontario's complex meteorological environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots approaching Kenora should anticipate an average crosswind of 5.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring in only 1.3% of observations. The runway's asphalt surface and substantial 5800 ft length accommodate most medium-sized aircraft with reliable performance margins. Given the variable weather conditions, thorough preflight planning and continuous weather monitoring are strongly recommended.

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

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.