Norman Wells Airport
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Norman Wells Airport is a regional airport serving the town of Norman Wells in the Northwest Territories. It operates from a single terminal and primarily supports regional scheduled services and charter flights.
Getting to and From Norman Wells Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Norman Wells town centre; travel is usually by taxi, private car or employer-arranged transport. There is no rail connection. Road and weather conditions can affect travel times, especially in winter.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Norman Wells Airport #
The terminal provides basic passenger amenities-seating, restrooms and short-term parking. There are typically no lounge facilities or extensive retail; Wi‑Fi availability may be limited. Accessibility assistance can usually be arranged through local staff or carriers.
Tips for Norman Wells Airport #
- Norman Wells is in a remote region-prepare for limited services and variable weather that can affect schedules.
- Arrange ground transport in advance; local operators and company shuttles are the common options.
- Bring appropriate cold-weather clothing and supplies, especially for winter travel.
Weather & Climate near Norman Wells Airport #
Norman Wells Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -30°C to 22°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -31° - -23° | -33° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 1.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.4h |
| February | Poor | -29° - -20° | -32° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 2.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| March | Poor | -24° - -12° | -25° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 2.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.5h |
| April | Acceptable | -12° - 1° | -10° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 15.0h |
| May | Good | 0° - 12° | 3° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 18.6h |
| June | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 21.3h |
| July | Very Good | 11° - 22° | 17° | 42 mm | overcast | 74% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 19.8h |
| August | Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 42 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 16.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 5° | 32 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | -7° - -1° | -7° | 27 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| November | Poor | -22° - -15° | -24° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 2.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.7h |
| December | Poor | -29° - -21° | -32° | 18 mm | some cloud | 95% | 2.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 2.8h |