Lockhart River Airport
Airport Airport
Lockhart River Airport is a small regional airport on Queensland’s Cape York Peninsula serving the Lockhart River community. It consists of a single small terminal used for domestic regional services, charters and general aviation.
Getting to and From Lockhart River Airport #
Taxis, private transfer or arrangements via local operators are the primary means to reach the community from the airport; public transport is limited. Distances on Cape York are relatively short but road conditions can vary-plan transfers accordingly.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Lockhart River Airport #
Facilities are basic: small check-in area, restrooms and possibly a kiosk or vending. There are no major lounges or retail. Connectivity and charging points may be limited; arrange special assistance in advance with your carrier or the airport.
Weather & Climate near Lockhart River Airport #
Lockhart River Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2150 mm/year), wettest in March with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (373 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (397 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (446 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (295 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (244 mm) and partly cloudy skies.