Roberval Airport

CYRJ / YRJ

Roberval, CA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
03:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
270°
25 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYRJ 050300Z 27002KT 25SM FEW065 FEW091 17/14 A2991 RMK SC2AC1 AC TR WIND EST SLP131 DENSITY ALT 1000FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 586 ft
FEW 6,500 ft AGL
FEW 9,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,086 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
9,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,686 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Roberval Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,500 feet and 25 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 25 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,500 ft, few at 9,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 01:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 23:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, FCST between 01:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (586 ft)
Pressure Alt
594 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 975 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYRJ 041940Z 0420/0502 27012G22KT P6SM SCT050 SCT110 TEMPO 0420/0501 P6SM -SHRA BKN050 PROB30 0423/0501 2SM TSRA BR OVC050CB FM050100 32008KT P6SM FEW005 OVC030 TEMPO 0501/0502 P6SM -SHRA RMK NXT FCST BY 051200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YRJ
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 142°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYRJ

7,990 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.6%
MVFR
15.7%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
2.8%

Roberval Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.6%
N
5.6%
S
6.4%
W
23.6%
NE
1.2%
NW
26.8%
SE
7.6%
SW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.2°C
Range: -29°C to 32°C
-29°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 24.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

July September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,990 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Roberval Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYRJ
IATA Code: YRJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 586 ft MSL

Location

City: Roberval
Country: CA
Latitude: 48.519665°
Longitude: -72.265735°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Roberval Airport

Overview

Roberval Airport serves the Quebec region, situated at 48.519665, -72.265735 with an elevation of 586 feet MSL. As a medium airport located in central Quebec, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and local operations. The airport features a single runway (16/34) measuring 5000 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Roberval Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 71.1% of observations. Temperature ranges extensively from -27°C to 27°C, with an average of -1.9°C, indicating challenging winter flying conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 8.1 knots, occasionally reaching maximum speeds of 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (16/34) has favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.6 knots. Visibility averages an impressive 23.7 statute miles, with only 5.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.7%) contributes to generally good visual conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, offering most stable flying conditions. Instrument meteorological conditions occur in 9.3% of observations (IFR and LIFR combined), requiring pilots to be prepared for potential instrument approaches. The consistent westerly winds make runway orientation highly predictable for landing and takeoff planning.

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.