North Battleford Airport

CYQW / YQW

North Battleford, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
130°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQW 041800Z AUTO 13007KT 9SM CLR 21/15 A2993 RMK SLP144 DENSITY ALT 3000FT

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 southeast (130°) at 7 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°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, Light Showers Rain, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 25 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 04:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm RAGR between 22:00Z and 04:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,799 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,777 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,929 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQW 041740Z 0418/0506 13005KT P6SM FEW080 FM042000 13012G22KT P6SM SCT050 TEMPO 0420/0422 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN050CB FM042200 14012G22KT P6SM BKN050 TEMPO 0422/0504 P6SM -SHRA PROB40 0422/0504 VRB25G35KT 2SM TSRAGR BKN030CB FM050400 30010KT P6SM BKN100 TEMPO 0504/0506 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN050CB RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+2h
VFR 130° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
22:00Z FM042200
+4h
VFR 140° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

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°
4.3 kt 5.5 kt
52° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
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 - 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.