When planning a visit to the Northwest Territories in Canada, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from -21°C (-6°F) in January up to 20°C (68°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Inuvik, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
the Northwest Territories offers pleasant conditions in July, with an average temperature of 20°C (68°F).
The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December.
Precipitation in the Northwest Territories remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 47 mm (1.9 in) in August to 12 mm (0.5 in) in April. The driest conditions can be found during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, with rainfall staying below 19 mm (0.7 in).
June is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.
