Vernal Regional Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
VEL
ICAO Code
KVEL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Vernal Regional Airport is a small regional airport in northeastern Utah that serves Vernal and the Uintah Basin. It primarily handles domestic regional flights and general aviation through a single passenger terminal.

The facility is compact with a straightforward layout: landside check-in and a modest departure lounge suitable for short domestic sectors rather than long-haul connections.

Vernal Regional Airport
Elevation: 1608 m
40.4362, -109.5117

Getting to and From Vernal Regional Airport #

Typical travel to Vernal town centre is by car or taxi and takes about 5-15 minutes depending on exact destination.

  • Car / driving: Most convenient; short-term parking is usually available.
  • Taxi / ride-share: Taxis operate in the area; ride-share availability may be limited depending on local coverage.
  • Rental cars: Often available locally and useful for onward travel into the region.
  • Public transit: Regular bus services to the airport are uncommon-check local transit providers.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Vernal Regional Airport #

Facilities are basic: ticketing, a small waiting area, restrooms and limited food options (vending or a small cafe). There are no major retail stores or airline lounges.

Wi‑Fi availability varies; charging points are present but limited. Accessibility assistance should be arranged with carriers in advance if required.

Tips for Vernal Regional Airport #

  • Flight options at small US regional airports can be limited-verify schedules and plan ground transport ahead.
  • Rental cars are often the most convenient way to continue journeys from Vernal-book in advance during peak seasons.
  • Weather in winter can impact flights and road travel; check forecasts if travelling in cold months.

Weather & Climate near Vernal Regional Airport #

Climate

Vernal Regional Airport's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 22 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -1°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-11°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5° 11°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 17°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
28°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

89 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
11° 32°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
11° 31°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
25°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 18°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 18°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-7°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

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

46 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-12°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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