Nunavut Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nunavut, Canada in December.

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Iqaluit

Planning a getaway to Nunavut, Canada this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Nunavut in December

Nunavut, Canada is a region in Canada. December in Nunavut generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -14°C (7°F) and nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) in Iqaluit. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 36 mm (1.4 in) in Iqaluit.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Iqaluit experiences about 12 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Nunavut by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nunavut — and find the best time to visit. (based on Iqaluit)

January-21°C (-6°F) February-21°C (-6°F) March-16°C (3°F) April-8°C (18°F) May1°C (34°F) June7°C (45°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August11°C (52°F) September5°C (41°F) October0°C (32°F) November-7°C (19°F) December-14°C (7°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nunavut in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Nunavut

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Nunavut, Canada?

Iqaluit

In December Iqaluit generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
-27°C (-17°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
12 hours
34 hours
Monthly snowfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nunavut, in Canada.

In our records: Canada December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Canada dropped to -51°C (-60°F) in Mayo on December 22, 2022.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Canada was -49°C (-56°F) in Mayo on December 20, 2022.

Nunavut weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nunavut, Canada in December?

Expect poor weather across Nunavut, Canada in December. The popular destination of Iqaluit averages -14°C (7°F) by day and -21°C (-6°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Nunavut, Canada in December?

Average temperatures in Nunavut, Canada during December range from a nighttime low near -21°C (-6°F) to a daytime high around -14°C (7°F) in Iqaluit.

Does Nunavut, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nunavut, Canada during December, with Iqaluit averaging close to 36 mm (1.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nunavut, Canada?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Nunavut, Canada due to the typically poor weather in Iqaluit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide unpleasant weather in Iqaluit.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Nunavut.

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