Red Lake Airport
YRL / CYRL
Red Lake Airport is a small regional airport serving Red Lake and nearby fly‑in communities in northern Ontario. The airport supports scheduled and charter traffic for the region from a single terminal building adjacent to the apron and runway.
Getting to and From Red Lake Airport #
Access between the airport and Red Lake town centre is a short drive; taxis or short private transfers are the usual options. Public transit is generally not available in these small northern centres.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Red Lake Airport #
Expect basic regional‑airport facilities: check‑in, a waiting area and restrooms; limited food and retail. Wi‑Fi and luggage storage are unlikely; power outlets and lounges are typically not available. Accessibility is generally straightforward within the compact terminal footprint.
Tips for Red Lake Airport #
- Prepare for winter conditions - remote northern airports can experience extreme cold and icing; check flight status.
- Local charter services are common - if you need freight or remote access, charter operators based in town can assist.
- Limited on-site services - bring snacks and any essentials for short layovers.
Weather & Climate near Red Lake Airport #
Red Lake Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (662 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -25° - -14° | -27° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 99% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Poor | -22° - -9° | -22° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 99% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Poor | -15° - -2° | -14° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 3.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | -5° - 7° | -3° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 2° - 15° | 7° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 95 mm | overcast | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 24° | 18° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 11° - 22° | 17° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 55 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -3° | -11° | 43 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | -21° - -11° | -23° | 31 mm | overcast | 97% | 3.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |