Yorkton Municipal Airport

CYQV / YQV

Yorkton, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 04:21Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
04:21Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
20 kt
260° G28 kt
6 SM
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
987 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQV 150421Z AUTO 26020G28KT 6SM -RA BR BKN016 BKN022 OVC030 11/10 A2914 RMK SLP879 DENSITY ALT 2500FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,635 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,235 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,835 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,635 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Yorkton Municipal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,000 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 20 knots with gusts to 28 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component (gusting to 18 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 30 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
987 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
933 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,635 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,423 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,335 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQV 142340Z 1500/1506 23025G35KT P6SM FEW008 SCT020 BKN050 TEMPO 1500/1506 5SM -SHRA BR BKN008 OVC020 BECMG 1504/1506 27030G45KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 151200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQV
04
22 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
4,800 ft 150 ft ASP 44°
15.3 kt 12.9 kt
40° angle
13/31 3,000 ft 100 ft COM 135°
11.5 kt 16.4 kt
125° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQV

9,781 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.9%
MVFR
27.5%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
6.3%

Yorkton Municipal Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
4.4%
E
7.9%
SE
16%
S
13.4%
SW
7.8%
W
17.7%
NW
19.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.3°C
Range: -39°C to 30°C
-39°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 7.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,781 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yorkton Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQV
IATA Code: YQV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,635 ft MSL

Location

City: Yorkton
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.264702°
Longitude: -102.461998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: COM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Yorkton Municipal Airport

Overview

Yorkton Municipal Airport serves the Saskatchewan region as a medium-sized airport located at 51.264702, -102.461998, with an elevation of 1,635 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary 4,800-foot asphalt runway (04/22) and a secondary 3,000-foot commissioned runway (13/31). Its strategic location supports regional aviation operations in southeastern Saskatchewan.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Yorkton Municipal Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 56.1% of observations. Pilots can expect Northwest winds averaging 10.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 34 knots. Temperature ranges are extreme, from -34°C to 30°C, with an average of -5.6°C, indicating challenging winter flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility for varying wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.1 knots and Runway 13/31 experiencing a lower average crosswind of 4.6 knots. Visibility averages 7.6 statute miles, with occasional restrictions during 5.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions occurring 28.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions presenting during 15% of observations. The Northwest prevailing winds and moderate crosswind conditions suggest careful wind assessment during approach and landing.

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.