Schefferville Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YKL
ICAO Code
CYKL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Schefferville Airport serves the remote community of Schefferville in northern Quebec. It is a small regional airport handling scheduled local services and general aviation traffic from a single terminal area.

Schefferville Airport
Elevation: 520 m
54.8053, -66.8053

Terminal Guide for Schefferville Airport #

A single small terminal serves passengers; check-in, waiting area and baggage claim are located within the same compact facility. The layout is typical of community airports with short distances between curbside and the building entrance.

Getting to and From Schefferville Airport #

The airport is accessed by road; there is no rail service. Transfers into the community are short - usually a few minutes to 15 minutes - but options may be limited.

  • Rail/Metro: No rail or metro.
  • Buses: Regular bus services are uncommon; check local arrangements.
  • Taxis: Local taxi or community transport may be available; confirm availability ahead of travel.
  • Ride-share: Ride-share services are generally not available in remote communities.
  • Driving: Short local drives; parking is typically adjacent to the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Schefferville Airport #

Facilities are basic: a check-in area, restrooms and small waiting space. Food and retail options are minimal or absent; there are no airline lounges. Wi‑Fi, charging and luggage storage are often limited - verify with the airport prior to travel. Accessibility assistance should be arranged in advance where needed.

Tips for Schefferville Airport #

  • Expect limited amenities and services - Schefferville is a remote community airport with few retail options.
  • Confirm transport into town - local transfers may be limited and should be arranged in advance if possible.
  • Be prepared for weather impacts - northern schedules often change due to weather.

Weather & Climate near Schefferville Airport #

Climate

Schefferville Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -29°C to 17°C. Moderate rainfall (807 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 13 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-48°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -19°C and lows of -29°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-29° -19°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -28°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-28° -17°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -22°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -9°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-13° -1°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.9h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
15.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -6°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -24°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-25° -15°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight