Northwest Territories Weather in June

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

Thinking about venturing to the Northwest Territories, Canada this June and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Northwest Territories in June

The Northwest Territories, Canada is a region in Canada. The Northwest Territories, Canada offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In June, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. June falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Fort Simpson at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Fort Simpson and 4°C (39°F) in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve.

To explore the conditions in the Northwest Territories, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Yellowknife with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Fort Simpson with 60 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

June brings good sunshine to many areas. Inuvik sees around 377 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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 June

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 June for some of the most popular destinations in the Northwest Territories, Canada?

Temperature range in the Northwest Territories (June)

Precipitation variation in the Northwest Territories (June)

Inuvik

In June Inuvik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
377 hours
338 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Yellowknife

In June Yellowknife generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
335 hours
373 hours
358 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Hay River

In June Hay River generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Fort Simpson

In June Fort Simpson generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
313 hours
308 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve

In June Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Canada June extremes

Notable June records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest June day in Canada reached 46°C (115°F) in Kamloops on June 30, 2021.

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Inuvik 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Yellowknife 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Hay River 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Fort Simpson 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)

The Northwest Territories weather in June: frequently asked questions

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

In June, the Northwest Territories, Canada generally has pleasant weather conditions. Inuvik sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

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

Average temperatures in the Northwest Territories, Canada during June range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Inuvik.

Does the Northwest Territories, Canada get a lot of rain in June?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Northwest Territories, Canada during June, with Inuvik averaging close to 32 mm (1.3 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Inuvik, June might be a good time to visit the Northwest Territories, Canada. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly 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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