Williams Lake Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YWL
ICAO Code
CYWL
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Williams Lake Airport is a regional airport serving Williams Lake and surrounding communities in British Columbia, Canada. It primarily supports scheduled regional services and general aviation with a single modest passenger terminal. Passenger traffic is small compared with major city airports.

Williams Lake Airport
Elevation: 940 m
52.1831, -122.0540

Terminal Guide for Williams Lake Airport #

A single small passenger terminal provides check‑in, a waiting area and basic passenger services. The layout is compact and appropriate for regional flights and charter operations, with straightforward landside and airside access.

Getting to and From Williams Lake Airport #

Ground access is by road with short taxi rides and private car the usual options; travel time to the town centre is typically under 15 minutes. There is no rail service. Parking is usually available at the terminal and local shuttle options may be offered by some hotels.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Williams Lake Airport #

Facilities are basic: a small cafe or vending choices, restrooms and limited seating. Wi‑Fi may be available in parts of the terminal; lounge facilities are not expected. Services for passengers with reduced mobility are available by prior arrangement with the airline.

Hotels and Layovers at Williams Lake Airport #

There are a few hotels and motels in Williams Lake suitable for overnight stays; none are located at the airfield itself. For corporate or longer stays, look for city centre properties and confirm airport transfer options. For short layovers, local inns and chain motels in town are the practical choice.

Tips for Williams Lake Airport #

  • Winter weather can cause disruptions-check flight status in advance if travelling in snow or low visibility.
  • Taxis and local shuttle services provide the main onward connections-pre‑book if arriving late.
  • Expect limited services at the terminal; bring snacks and water for long waits.

Weather & Climate near Williams Lake Airport #

Climate

Williams 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 -12°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-42°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 19 mm and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 11°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 55 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

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