Baker Lake Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YBK
ICAO Code
CYBK
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Baker Lake Airport (Nunavut) is a remote community airfield serving the Baker Lake area and surrounding communities. Passenger traffic is low and operations focus on scheduled regional flights and charter services.

Facilities are designed for essential passenger processing rather than long-stay commercial traffic.

Baker Lake Airport
Elevation: 17 m
64.2989, -96.0778

Getting to and From Baker Lake Airport #

Access is by local road from Baker Lake settlement; public transport is minimal and most passengers use pre-arranged pickup, taxi (if available) or private transfer.

  • Rail/metro: None.
  • Buses: No regular bus service to the airport.
  • Taxis: May be very limited; pre-arrange if required.
  • Ride-share: Not available.
  • Driving: Local driving distances are short; weather and seasonal conditions can affect travel times.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Baker Lake Airport #

Facilities are basic: small waiting area and restrooms. Retail and food services are minimal to non-existent.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food & drink: Bring your own; terminal options are limited.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Likely limited or unavailable.
  • Luggage storage / showers: Not available.
  • Accessibility: Basic access; advise your carrier for assistance.

Tips for Baker Lake Airport #

  • Expect limited shelter and facilities - remote Nunavut airfields have minimal passenger services.
  • Carry warm clothing and supplies; weather can change quickly and delays are common.
  • Arrange ground transport in advance-taxis may not be available on arrival.

Weather & Climate near Baker Lake Airport #

Climate

Baker 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 -36°C to 17°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 10 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-55°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -28°C and lows of -36°C. The driest month with just 7 mm, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

41 Poor

Comfort

-32°
Feels Like Freezing
-32°C
Temperature
-36° -29°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -35°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-31°
Feels Like Freezing
-31°C
Temperature
-35° -28°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -31°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

45 Poor

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-31° -22°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-22° -12°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
20.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 47 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

35 Poor

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-24° -16°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

45 Poor

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-32° -25°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.6h daylight