Nunavut Weather & Climate: Canada

Climate by month across Nunavut, Canada, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Climate overview of Nunavut

Nunavut is one of several regions in Canada, with temperatures that range from -21°C (-6°F) in February to 12°C (54°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Iqaluit, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Nunavut changes throughout the year, with no distinct months of consistently pleasant temperatures.

The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December.

Precipitation in Nunavut varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in August with 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while February stays relatively dry with 21 mm (0.8 in).

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Iqaluit -21°C (-6°F) 12°C (54°F) -28°C (-18°F) 5°C (41°F) 605 mm (24 in) 1,494 hours

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