Dawson City Airport
Airport Airport
Dawson City Airport is a small regional airport serving Dawson City, Yukon. It handles scheduled regional flights and charter services and is sized for low passenger volumes typical of remote northern communities.
Terminal Guide for Dawson City Airport #
The airport has a single small terminal building providing basic passenger processing, waiting space and shelter. Amenities are limited and boarding is typically on the apron; facilities support seasonal and weather‑dependent operations.
Getting to and From Dawson City Airport #
Ground access between the airport and Dawson City is by road; the drive into town is generally short (allow around 10-20 minutes depending on conditions). Transport options include local taxis, private car and pre‑booked shuttles. There is no rail/metro service.
- Taxi / shuttle / car: usual options; arrange transfers in advance in peak seasons.
- No rail/metro: not applicable in this remote setting.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Dawson City Airport #
Facilities are basic: seating, restrooms and possibly a small kiosk or vending; expect limited or no Wi‑Fi, few charging points, and no major lounges. Accessibility assistance should be requested in advance.
Weather & Climate near Dawson City Airport #
Dawson City Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -32°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -24°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 51 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -29°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
