Inuvik weather in February (Northwest Territories, Canada)

Curious about the February weather in Inuvik? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Inuvik generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -27°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Inuvik in February usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 9 days.

The city usually sees around 67 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Inuvik. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Inuvik climate page with graphs.

 

Inuvik, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 67 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Canada in February

Find out more about the weather in Canada in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Inuvik in February?

Visitors traveling to Inuvik should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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