Temperature in The Northwest Territories in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Northwest Territories, Canada this August.

The Northwest Territories, Canada, a region in Canada, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 16°C (61°F) in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve to 22°C (72°F) in Fort Simpson. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Fort Simpson and 12°C (54°F) in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve. In August, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Northwest Territories, Canada in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in the Northwest Territories. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in the Northwest Territories in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Northwest Territories temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Northwest Territories, Canada in August?

Expect daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Inuvik. That makes August a moderate month for the Northwest Territories, Canada.

How cold does it get at night in the Northwest Territories, Canada in August?

Nighttime temperatures in Inuvik typically drop to around 7°C (45°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Fort Simpson is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 22°C (72°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 10°C (50°F).

What is the coldest city in August in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

When looking through our records, we find that Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve stands out as the coolest city in the Northwest Territories, Canada for the month of August. Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F) and it cools down to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

How much sun does the Northwest Territories, Canada get in August?

Inuvik usually sees around 219 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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