Mekoryuk Airport is a small regional airport serving Mekoryuk on Nunivak Island, Alaska. It operates a single modest passenger terminal handling scheduled regional and charter flights.
Terminal Guide for Mekoryuk Airport #
The facility consists of one small terminal building with essential passenger services for arrivals and departures. The layout is compact and intended for short regional flights rather than for lengthy stays or international transfers.
Getting to and From Mekoryuk Airport #
Travel between the airport and the village is usually a short drive; arrangements are typically by taxi, local pickup or prearranged transport. There is no rail service and rental cars are not commonly available on small Alaskan islands.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Mekoryuk Airport #
Expect very limited facilities: basic seating areas, restrooms and minimal or no food service. Lounges, shops and reliable Wi‑Fi are unlikely. Accessibility assistance should be prearranged with the operating airline.
Tips for Mekoryuk Airport #
- Plan for limited services and ground transport - arrange pickup in advance for remote Alaskan villages.
- Flights may be small aircraft with strict baggage allowances; check limits before travel.
- Expect simple terminal facilities; bring water and snacks for waits.
Weather & Climate near Mekoryuk Airport #
Mekoryuk Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (691 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -14° - -8° | -20° | 36 mm | overcast | 96% | 7.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -14° - -7° | -20° | 35 mm | overcast | 95% | 7.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -13° - -6° | -18° | 31 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -7° - -1° | -11° | 25 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 4° | -4° | 38 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 3° | 54 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 63 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.9 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 17.8h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 13° | 10° | 130 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 119 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 4° | -4° | 67 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | -6° - -1° | -11° | 55 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -12° - -6° | -17° | 38 mm | overcast | 93% | 7.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |