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Iqaluit weather in February (Canada)

Curious about the February weather in Iqaluit? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Iqaluit generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. February is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -28°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Iqaluit in February usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 22 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically around 11 days of snowfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 96 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 Iqaluit. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Iqaluit, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 22 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 96 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38%  

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 Iqaluit in February?

Visitors traveling to Iqaluit 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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