Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport

CYMJ / YMJ

Moose Jaw, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
18 kt
230° G27 kt
15 SM
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
987 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYMJ 141600Z 23018G27KT 15SM BKN025 13/07 A2915 RMK SC7 DENSITY ALT 3097FT PRESFR CU ASOCTD SLP873

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,892 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,392 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 18 knots with gusts to 27 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 9 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Mist, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 35 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist, FCST between 22:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 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
924 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,892 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,680 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,894 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYMJ 141606Z 1416/1424 23025G35KT P6SM BKN025 FM141800 26030G45KT 6SM -RA BR SCT020 BKN025 TEMPO 1418/1422 4SM -SHRA BR SCT008 OVC020 FM142200 28035G45KT 3SM -RA BR SCT006 OVC010 TEMPO 1422/1424 6SM -RA BR SCT010 OVC020 RMK NXT FCST BY 141800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
18:00Z FM141800
+2h
MVFR 260° 30 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
22:00Z FM142200
+6h
IFR 280° 35 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
YMJ
03
21 ✈️
11L
29R
11R
29L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
3,400 ft 100 ft ASP 44°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
11L/29R 8,326 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
6.7 kt 16.7 kt
112° angle
11R/29L 7,280 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
6.7 kt 16.7 kt
112° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYMJ

2,574 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
5.1%

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.6%
N
7.4%
S
7.3%
W
17.8%
NE
4.5%
NW
24.5%
SE
15.5%
SW
9.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.9°C
Range: -35°C to 32°C
-35°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 12.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

May October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.1 kt
Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,574 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYMJ
IATA Code: YMJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,892 ft MSL

Location

City: Moose Jaw
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.330299°
Longitude: -105.558998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,400 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11L/29R
Length: 8,326 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 7,280 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport

Overview

Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Saskatchewan, Canada, at an elevation of 1,892 feet MSL. The airport is situated near the city of Moose Jaw, offering strategic aviation infrastructure with three paved runways ranging from 3,400 to 8,326 feet in length. Its configuration supports diverse aviation operations, including military and civilian traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYMJ demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 69.5% of the time. Pilots can expect northwest winds averaging 11.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -35°C to 32°C. The airport experiences the most stable VFR conditions during September, October, and November, with visibility typically around 12.3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with favorable wind alignments, each allowing 100% wind compatibility. All runways experience relatively moderate crosswind conditions, with average crosswinds between 4.9 and 9.1 knots. The substantial runway lengths, particularly the 8,326-foot 11L/29R, accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwest winds when planning approaches, with calm conditions occurring only 3.4% of the time. All three runways demonstrate excellent wind characteristics, minimizing potential crosswind challenges. The comprehensive runway system allows flexible approach options, with instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occurring in approximately 13.3% 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

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.