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Kuujjuanq Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Kuujjuanq.
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Climate overview of Kuujjuanq
Kuujjuanq, Canada, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) in July, while winters cool to -19°C (-2°F) in January.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 639 mm (25 in), with September being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from December to April, with pleasant summers and very cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Kuujjuanq Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kuujjuanq - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Kuujjuanq
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Kuujjuanq. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 18°C (64°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -19°C (-2°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in July to -27°C (-17°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kuujjuanq
Generally, Kuujjuanq has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 639 mm (25 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Kuujjuanq can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 26 mm (1 in) of precipitation spread across 13 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Kuujjuanq Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Kuujjuanq
Kuujjuanq can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 6.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in November, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Kuujjuanq by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kuujjuanq.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 76%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Kuujjuanq
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Kuujjuanq
Conditions in Kuujjuanq are generally most comfortable in July. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
very cold
Apr
very cold
May
cold
Jun
good
Jul
very good
Aug
good
Sep
mixed
Oct
cold
Nov
very cold
Dec
very cold
- Best overall: July
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from December to April, with pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -27°C (-17°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Kuujjuanq
What is the best time to visit Kuujjuanq?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Kuujjuanq. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Kuujjuanq has a distinct dry season from December to April, with pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Kuujjuanq?
Daytime highs range from -19°C (-2°F) in January to 18°C (64°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -27°C (-17°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Kuujjuanq get?
Annual rainfall is around 639 mm (25 in). September is the wettest month with 90 mm (3.5 in), while February is the driest with 26 mm (1 in).
How sunny is Kuujjuanq?
Kuujjuanq receives around 1,428 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 208 hours, while November is the cloudiest with just 39 hours.
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