Kuujjuarapik Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kuujjuarapik Airport
Kuujjuarapik Airport is located adjacent to the Inuit community of Kuujjuarapik, Quebec, Canada. It also serves the nearby Cree community of Whapmagoostui.
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Live weather
CYGWNOTAMs
CYGWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 5,052 ft / 1,540 m | 150 ft | Sand/gravel | Unlit | Open |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 15% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26% | -3,817 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -4,202 ft | |
| Mar | 35% | -3,713 ft | |
| Apr | 33% | -2,480 ft | |
| May | 26% | -1,814 ft | |
| Jun | 37% | -1,080 ft | |
| Jul | 33% | -468 ft | |
| Aug | 34% | -371 ft | |
| Sep | 31% | -726 ft | |
| Oct | 38% | -1,270 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -1,788 ft | |
| Dec | 23% | -2,542 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,202–-371 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kuujjuarapik Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kuujjuarapik Airport?
The ICAO code for Kuujjuarapik Airport is CYGW, and its IATA code is YGW.
Where is Kuujjuarapik Airport located?
Kuujjuarapik Airport is medium airport located in Kuujjuarapik, Canada, at an elevation of 34 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Kuujjuarapik Airport have?
Kuujjuarapik Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,052 ft / 1,540 m.
What time zone is Kuujjuarapik Airport in?
Kuujjuarapik Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kuujjuarapik Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kuujjuarapik Airport is approximately 14.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kuujjuarapik Airport?
The nearest airport to Kuujjuarapik Airport is Umiujaq Airport (YUD), about 86.2 nm to the nne.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kuujjuarapik Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.