Muskoka Airport

CYQA / YQA

Gravenhurst, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
350°
9 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQA 141400Z AUTO 35007KT 9SM OVC010 06/05 A2983 RMK ICE MISG SLP111

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 925 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,925 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Muskoka Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 7 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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, FCST, FCST. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 14:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 20:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (925 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,023 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 165 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQA 141340Z 1414/1502 36010KT P6SM OVC012 TEMPO 1414/1415 P6SM -RA OVC009 FM141500 36010G20KT P6SM -RA BKN015 OVC020 TEMPO 1415/1420 P6SM NSW BKN025 OVC030 FM142000 01010G20KT P6SM SCT020 OVC030 TEMPO 1420/1502 P6SM -RA BKN020 OVC030 BECMG 1422/1424 34008KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 142000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
15:00Z FM141500
+1h
MVFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain
15:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
20:00Z FM142000
+6h
VFR 10° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQA
09
27
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 2,180 ft 100 ft GRS 79°
0.1 kt 7.0 kt
89° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 169°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQA

12,902 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
40.4%
MVFR
38.2%
IFR
13.5%
LIFR
8%

Muskoka Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 40.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 8.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.8%
NE
1.3%
E
3.5%
SE
17.2%
S
19%
SW
8.4%
W
13.4%
NW
19.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.2°C
Range: -36°C to 29°C
-36°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 7.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

October May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 12,902 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskoka Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQA
IATA Code: YQA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 925 ft MSL

Location

City: Gravenhurst
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.975376°
Longitude: -79.306546°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,180 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskoka Airport

Overview

Muskoka Airport serves the scenic Gravenhurst region in central Ontario, providing critical aviation access to the Muskoka Lakes area. Located at 925 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation with two distinct runways capable of accommodating various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskoka exhibit significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 37.7% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 41% of observations. The airport experiences a broad temperature range from -25°C to 29°C, with a mean temperature of -0.4°C, presenting potential challenges for winter and summer operations. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 8.2 knots contribute to predictable wind patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a grass runway 09/27 spanning 2,180 feet and an asphalt runway 18/36 extending 6,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 6 knots and 4.7 knots respectively. The substantial difference in runway lengths provides operational flexibility for different aircraft categories.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with average visibility around 7.3 statute miles. The predominant northwest wind direction suggests runway 09/27 and 18/36 will typically offer favorable wind conditions. Visibility drops below 3 statute miles in 4.3% of observations, with minimal fog occurrence at just 0.4%.

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.