Northwest Territories Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Northwest Territories, Canada in February.

Planning a journey to the Northwest Territories, Canada this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Northwest Territories in February

The Northwest Territories, Canada is a region in Canada. February in the Northwest Territories generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -20°C (-4°F) in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve to -14°C (7°F) in Fort Simpson. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -23°C (-9°F) in Fort Simpson and -25°C (-13°F) in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in the Northwest Territories, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Yellowknife with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to low snowfall in Fort Simpson with 16 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Inuvik experiences about 67 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore the Northwest Territories by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Northwest Territories - and find the best time to visit. (based on Inuvik)

Best Places to Visit in the Northwest Territories in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Northwest Territories.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Northwest Territories

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Temperature range in the Northwest Territories (February)

Precipitation variation in the Northwest Territories (February)

Inuvik

In February Inuvik generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -20°C (-4°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -27°C (-17°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-21°C (-6°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Min temperature
-28°C (-18°F)
-27°C (-17°F)
-25°C (-13°F)
Monthly sun hours
6 hours
67 hours
176 hours
Monthly snowfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Yellowknife

In February Yellowknife generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C (0°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -26°C (-15°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-21°C (-6°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Min temperature
-28°C (-18°F)
-26°C (-15°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
107 hours
188 hours
Monthly snowfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Hay River

In February Hay River generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -22°C (-8°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-17°C (1°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-24°C (-11°F)
-22°C (-8°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Fort Simpson

In February Fort Simpson generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -23°C (-9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-19°C (-2°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-27°C (-17°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
96 hours
181 hours
Monthly snowfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve

In February Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -20°C (-4°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -25°C (-13°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-22°C (-8°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Min temperature
-27°C (-17°F)
-25°C (-13°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
Monthly snowfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Northwest Territories, in Canada.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Northwest Territories in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Inuvik -20°C (-4°F) -27°C (-17°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Yellowknife -18°C (0°F) -26°C (-15°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Hay River -14°C (7°F) -22°C (-8°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Fort Simpson -14°C (7°F) -23°C (-9°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve -20°C (-4°F) -25°C (-13°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

The Northwest Territories weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Northwest Territories, Canada in February?

In February, the Northwest Territories, Canada generally has less favorable weather conditions. Inuvik sees daytime temperatures near -20°C (-4°F), with nights cooling to roughly -27°C (-17°F).

What is the average temperature in the Northwest Territories, Canada in February?

Average temperatures in the Northwest Territories, Canada during February range from a nighttime low near -27°C (-17°F) to a daytime high around -20°C (-4°F) in Inuvik.

Does the Northwest Territories, Canada get a lot of snow in February?

February is on the drier side in the Northwest Territories, Canada. Inuvik averages only about 16 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Northwest Territories, Canada?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit the Northwest Territories, Canada due to the typically less favorable weather in Inuvik.

On average, the best time to visit the Northwest Territories, Canada is in July with generally excellent weather in Inuvik. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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