Port Hardy Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YZT
ICAO Code
CYZT
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Port Hardy Airport is a small regional airport on northern Vancouver Island that serves the Port Hardy community and nearby ferry links. The facility consists of a single terminal building with apron and runway handling scheduled regional flights and charters.

Port Hardy Airport
Elevation: 21 m
50.6806, -127.3670

Getting to and From Port Hardy Airport #

Most passengers reach Port Hardy town by taxi or private car; travel between the airport and central Port Hardy is a short drive. Seasonal and local bus services are limited-check schedules in advance.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Port Hardy Airport #

Terminal facilities are basic: ticketing and a passenger waiting area with restrooms and limited vending or coffee options. Wi‑Fi and extensive retail or dining are uncommon; mobile coverage is generally available in town. Accessibility is simple due to short distances within the terminal.

Tips for Port Hardy Airport #

  • Taxi or car are the usual options - public transport is limited; arrange pickup if you arrive late.
  • Bring cash and a charged phone - services in small regional terminals can be scarce.
  • If connecting to ferries or coastal services, allow extra time - schedules can be tight and seasonal.

Weather & Climate near Port Hardy Airport #

Climate

Port Hardy Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1953 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 17 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

184 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (246 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

246 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (294 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

294 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (278 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

278 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight