Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport
Airport Airport
Merle K. (Mudhole) Smith Airport serves Cordova, Alaska, and nearby communities. It is a regional airport with a single terminal handling commuter and regional flights to larger Alaskan hubs.
Terminal Guide for Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport #
The airport operates from one small passenger terminal with basic check‑in and waiting areas. There are no multiple concourses or complex airside transfer systems.
Getting to and From Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport #
Local transport options are limited but straightforward: taxis, shuttles and private transfers connect the terminal with the town of Cordova.
- Taxis / shuttles: local operators meet flights for short transfers into town.
- Ferry / water access: Cordova also has maritime connections; many visitors arrive or depart by sea depending on season.
- Car hire: local car rental options are limited compared with larger hubs.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport #
Facilities are focused on regional travellers: a small café or snack outlet, restrooms and seating are typically available. There are few if any airline lounges and limited retail. Accessibility assistance should be coordinated with carriers ahead of travel.
Tips for Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport #
- Remember Cordova is not road‑connected to the Alaska highway system. Most visitors reach the community by air or by ferry; plan onward travel accordingly.
- Check weather and schedules. Coastal Alaska flights can be disrupted by weather; allow flexibility in connections.
Weather & Climate near Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport #
Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 17°C. Heavy rainfall (2296 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (320 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (301 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.