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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 373 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 32° | 397 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.2 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.4h |
| March | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 446 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.5 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 295 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| May | Very Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.4h |
| June | Excellent | 20° - 28° | 24° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.3h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 27° | 23° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 28° | 23° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.6h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 4.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Excellent | 22° - 31° | 26° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.3h |
| November | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 30° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.3 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.6h |
| December | Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 244 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.7h |