Walgett Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
WGE
ICAO Code
YWLG
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Walgett Airport is a small regional/remote airfield in New South Wales that primarily handles general aviation and occasional scheduled services. Operations are modest and facilities are scaled to local demand rather than high passenger volumes.

Walgett Airport
Elevation: 133 m
-30.0328, 148.1260

Terminal Guide for Walgett Airport #

The airport has a small terminal or passenger shelter with minimal facilities. Expect basic check‑in and waiting areas and short walking distances to aircraft; services such as retail and food are limited or absent.

Getting to and From Walgett Airport #

Driving is the main way to and from the airport; travel time to Walgett township is typically a few minutes depending on exact location.

  • Taxi / rideshare: Local taxis may be available but often require booking in advance.
  • Car / driving: Most visitors drive themselves or are dropped off; short‑term parking is available.
  • Public transport: Regular public transit is unlikely; check local council services if needed.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Walgett Airport #

Expect very limited facilities.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food & drink: Little to no food service - bring provisions.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Likely none or limited; plan accordingly.
  • Baggage & storage: No formal left‑luggage service.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility may be available; contact the operator ahead of travel.

Tips for Walgett Airport #

  • Services are minimal and flights are infrequent - confirm departure times and check‑in requirements with your carrier before leaving town.
  • Ground transport is limited in remote areas; pre‑book a taxi or arrange pickup rather than relying on on‑site services.
  • There are very few retail/food options - bring water and snacks if you have a wait.

Weather & Climate near Walgett Airport #

Climate

Walgett Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Best Time to Visit
MarchSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
49°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month, feeling like 28°C. The wettest month with 76 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

February

February is warm, feeling like 27°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 23 mm.

79 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 28°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 34°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight