Weather in August in Northwest Territories
Planning a getaway to Northwest Territories this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Northwest Territories in August?
Northwest Territories is a region in Canada. August in Northwest Territories generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with moderate precipitation. August falls during the summer season.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is mild in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve at 16°C and warm in Fort Simpson at 22°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Fort Simpson and 12°C in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Northwest Territories, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Inuvik with an average of 48 mm to moderate rainfall in Hay River with 68 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Inuvik receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.Average sunshine
The city Inuvik usually sees around 219 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a more detailed look at Northwest Territories's conditions throughout the year, check out our Northwest Territories climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Northwest Territories?
Inuvik
In August Inuvik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Yellowknife
In August Yellowknife generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Hay River
In August Hay River generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Fort Simpson
In August Fort Simpson generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve
In August Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Northwest Territories?
In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Northwest Territories with overall tolerable weather in Inuvik.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Inuvik. The weather in January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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