Wemindji Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Wemindji Airport
Wemindji Airport is located near the town of Wemindji, Quebec, Canada.
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Wemindji Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYGL.
Live weather
CYGLNOTAMs
CYGLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 3,511 ft / 1,070 m | 100 ft | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 16% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36% | -3,856 ft | |
| Feb | 50% | -4,056 ft | |
| Mar | 54% | -3,347 ft | |
| Apr | 55% | -2,137 ft | |
| May | 53% | -1,325 ft | |
| Jun | 62% | -131 ft | |
| Jul | 53% | 227 ft | |
| Aug | 54% | -17 ft | |
| Sep | 43% | -520 ft | |
| Oct | 39% | -1,255 ft | |
| Nov | 25% | -2,044 ft | |
| Dec | 24% | -2,873 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,056–227 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wemindji Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wemindji Airport?
The ICAO code for Wemindji Airport is CYNC, and its IATA code is YNC.
Where is Wemindji Airport located?
Wemindji Airport is small airport located in Wemindji, Canada, at an elevation of 66 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Wemindji Airport have?
Wemindji Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,511 ft / 1,070 m.
What time zone is Wemindji Airport in?
Wemindji Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wemindji Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wemindji Airport is approximately 13° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wemindji Airport?
The nearest airport to Wemindji Airport is Chisasibi Airport (YKU), about 47.8 nm to the n, followed by Eastmain River Airport and La Grande Rivière Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wemindji Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.