Norman Wells Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YVQ
ICAO Code
CYVQ
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

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.

Norman Wells Airport
Elevation: 72 m
65.2816, -126.7980

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 #

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-46°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -23°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-31° -23°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -29°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-29° -20°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -24°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-24° -12°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-12°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
18.6h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
21.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 42 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
19.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 42 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-22° -15°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -29°C. Light rainfall.

46 Poor

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-29° -21°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.8h daylight