Anahim Lake Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YAA
ICAO Code
CAJ4
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Anahim Lake Airport (British Columbia) is a small regional airfield serving the Anahim Lake community and surrounding area. Passenger traffic is light and operations are primarily regional or charter flights.

The airport infrastructure is modest and designed to support general aviation and local connectivity rather than large scheduled services.

Anahim Lake Airport
Elevation: 1107 m
52.4515, -125.3038

Getting to and From Anahim Lake Airport #

Access is by road from Anahim Lake village; travel times are short within the local area but public transport options are minimal.

  • Rail/metro: None.
  • Buses: No regular intercity bus services directly to the airfield; local arrangements vary.
  • Taxis: Limited or absent - pre-arrange if possible.
  • Ride-share: Not available in most remote communities.
  • Driving: Driving is the normal option; roads can be affected by weather, especially in winter.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Anahim Lake Airport #

Expect very basic facilities: shelter/waiting area, restrooms and limited seating. No duty-free or extensive dining.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food & drink: Minimal; bring your own if possible.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Unlikely to be available.
  • Luggage storage / showers: Not available.
  • Accessibility: Limited - contact local operators for assistance.

Tips for Anahim Lake Airport #

  • Confirm whether scheduled flights operate - many remote Canadian airfields have limited or seasonal service.
  • Bring warm clothing and supplies if you’re transiting by private aircraft - facilities are minimal.
  • Expect no on-site car rental desks; arrange ground transport in advance.

Weather & Climate near Anahim Lake Airport #

Climate

Anahim Lake Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 21°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-41°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-16° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-15°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 19 mm and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 14°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
21°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-15° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight