Chokurdakh Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
CKH
ICAO Code
UESO
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Chokurdakh Airport serves the settlement of Chokurdakh in the Sakha (Yakutia) region of Russia. It is a remote Arctic airfield with very low passenger volumes and primarily supports local connections and general aviation.

The airport has a single small terminal and minimal infrastructure; operations are strongly influenced by seasonal weather and daylight conditions.

Chokurdakh Airport
Elevation: 46 m
70.6231, 147.9020

Terminal Guide for Chokurdakh Airport #

There is one small terminal with very basic passenger facilities: check-in desk, limited waiting area and apron access. Expect simple services and short walking distances; no airside concourses or jetbridges exist.

Getting to and From Chokurdakh Airport #

Access is limited and primarily by road within the settlement.

  • Car / taxi: Local road transfers within Chokurdakh are the norm; travel times are short.
  • Public transit: No regular intercity rail links; local transport is minimal.
  • Ride-share: Not available; coordinate pickups with local contacts or authorities.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Chokurdakh Airport #

Facilities are minimal due to the remote location.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food & drink: Little or no terminal catering; bring food for waits.
  • Wi‑Fi: Unreliable or unavailable; mobile coverage can be limited.
  • Charging: Very limited electrical outlets.
  • Luggage: Basic handling only.
  • Accessibility: Very basic - notify local operators in advance for assistance.

Tips for Chokurdakh Airport #

  • Facilities are very basic at this Arctic airport - bring supplies and expect limited shelter during delays.
  • Flights are subject to extreme weather and visibility conditions; confirm schedules carefully.
  • Local ground transport is minimal - arrange pickups through your host or operator in advance.

Weather & Climate near Chokurdakh Airport #

Climate

Chokurdakh Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -38°C to 15°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-54°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -31°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

-34°
Feels Like Freezing
-34°C
Temperature
-38° -31°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.7h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -29°C and lows of -36°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-33°
Feels Like Freezing
-33°C
Temperature
-36° -29°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.6h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-32° -24°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.3h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -24°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-24° -14°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
16.0h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
22.0h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
23.6h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
17.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
13.1h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° -9°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall.

47 Poor

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-30° -23°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -29°C and lows of -36°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-32°
Feels Like Freezing
-32°C
Temperature
-36° -29°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight