Weather in September in Northwest Territories
Planning a getaway to Northwest Territories this September 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 September?
Northwest Territories is a region in Canada. September in Northwest Territories generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Inuvik at 9°C to moderate in Fort Simpson at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Fort Simpson and 2°C in Inuvik.
Precipitation
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Inuvik with an average of 40 mm to moderate rainfall in Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve with 62 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 107 hours of sunlight anticipated in Inuvik. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a closer look at September's conditions in Northwest Territories, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Northwest Territories's yearly weather, check out our Northwest Territories climate page.
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What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Northwest Territories?
Inuvik
In September Inuvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Yellowknife
In September Yellowknife generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Hay River
In September Hay River generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Fort Simpson
In September Fort Simpson generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve
In September Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Northwest Territories, in Canada.
Is September the best time to visit Northwest Territories?
In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to Northwest Territories with often poor weather in Inuvik.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Inuvik. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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