April Rainfall and Precipitation in The Northwest Territories

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Northwest Territories, Canada in April.

The Northwest Territories, Canada, a region in Canada, experiences low precipitation in April, ranging from 13 mm (0.5 in) of snowfall in Inuvik to 20 mm (0.8 in) in Fort Simpson. April typically stands out as the driest month of the year in the Northwest Territories, Canada.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in April: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Northwest Territories precipitation in April: frequently asked questions

How much snowfall does the Northwest Territories, Canada receive in April?

In April, Inuvik typically receives modest snowfall, around 13 mm (0.5 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Northwest Territories, Canada in April?

On average, Inuvik has about 9 days days of rain in April.

Is April part of the rainy season in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Not really. April is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Northwest Territories, Canada.

What is the wettest city in April in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Based on our records, Fort Simpson receives the most snow/rainfall in the Northwest Territories, Canada in April, averaging about 20 mm (0.8 in).

What is the driest city in April in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Inuvik is the driest city we have data for in the Northwest Territories, Canada in April, with monthly snowfall close to 13 mm (0.5 in).

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