Chapais Airport
YMT / CYMT
Chapais Airport serves the community of Chapais in northern Quebec. It is a small regional facility that supports scheduled regional flights and general aviation from a single terminal building.
Terminal Guide for Chapais Airport #
A single modest terminal serves passenger operations; check-in, waiting area and baggage claim are all within the same compact facility. The arrangement makes for short walks between curbside and the interior passenger areas.
Getting to and From Chapais Airport #
Access is by road; there is no rail service. The airport is close to the community so transfers are typically a short drive - generally a few minutes to 15 minutes depending on exact destination.
- Rail/Metro: No rail/metro service.
- Buses: Regular bus services are uncommon; check local options.
- Taxis: Local taxi or community transport may be available; confirm ahead of arrival.
- Ride-share: Ride-share services are typically not available in smaller northern communities.
- Driving: Short local drives with basic parking adjacent to the terminal.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Chapais Airport #
Facilities are basic: check-in counters, restrooms and a small waiting area. Food and retail offerings are minimal and there are no airline lounges. Wi‑Fi, charging stations and luggage storage are often limited - verify availability with the airport in advance. Accessibility services should be requested ahead of time if required.
Tips for Chapais Airport #
- Expect limited terminal amenities - Chapais is a small community airport with basic services only.
- Confirm onward transport - local taxis or community shuttles may be the only transfer options and availability can vary.
- Pack essentials in hand luggage - food and retail options are often minimal or closed outside business hours.
Weather & Climate near Chapais Airport #
Chapais Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (970 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -25° - -13° | -26° | 61 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -24° - -11° | -24° | 46 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -17° - -3° | -15° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 99% | 2.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -7° - 5° | -5° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 1° - 14° | 5° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.2h |
| June | Good | 7° - 20° | 13° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 16.0h |
| July | Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 123 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 9° - 21° | 15° | 109 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.2h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 15° | 8° | 121 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 7° | 0° | 88 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -1° | -9° | 82 mm | overcast | 93% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -20° - -10° | -20° | 64 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
