North Battleford Airport

CYQW / YQW

North Battleford, CA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
180°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQW 050100Z AUTO 18006KT 9SM CLR 23/15 A2980 RMK SLP097 DENSITY ALT 3300FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

North Battleford Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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 Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGR, Fog, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 10 to 25 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm RAGR between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 07:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
949 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,799 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,927 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,319 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQW 042340Z 0500/0512 14012G22KT P6SM BKN050 TEMPO 0500/0504 P6SM -SHRA PROB40 0500/0504 VRB25G35KT 2SM TSRAGR BKN030CB FM050400 30010KT P6SM BKN100 TEMPO 0504/0507 P6SM -SHRA VCTS SCT020 BKN050CB FM050700 30010KT P6SM SCT015 TEMPO 0507/0512 BKN015 PROB30 0510/0512 1/2SM FG VV002 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
04:00Z FM050400
+3h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
07:00Z FM050700
+6h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQW
06
24
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,565 ft 50 ft ASP 78°
1.2 kt 5.9 kt
102° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQW

10,035 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
21.1%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
3.7%

North Battleford Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, July, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
35%
N
10.1%
S
2.7%
W
15.5%
NE
8.2%
NW
17.7%
SE
5.9%
SW
1.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.7°C
Range: -39°C to 34°C
-39°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

September July May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,035 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

North Battleford Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQW
IATA Code: YQW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,799 ft MSL

Location

City: North Battleford
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.769409°
Longitude: -108.243742°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,565 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About North Battleford Airport

Overview

North Battleford Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Saskatchewan, Canada, situated at 52.769409, -108.243742. Positioned at an elevation of 1,799 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the North Battleford region, supporting regional and local flight operations with two asphalt runways.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at North Battleford Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 66.8% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly easterly winds averaging 8.9 knots, with temperature ranges from -39°C to 30°C. Seasonal VFR performance is most reliable during September, October, and November, when weather conditions are most stable.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 06/24 at 2,565 feet and 12/30 at 5,000 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 6.1 knots for 06/24 and 3.7 knots for 12/30. Visibility averages 8.2 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions affecting less than 4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly wind conditions when planning approaches. The consistent wind patterns and substantial runway lengths provide flexible operational capabilities. Low Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions occur in approximately 8% of observations, with an additional 4.5% experiencing limited meteorological conditions that require heightened situational awareness.

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.