Nunavut, Canada, a region in Canada, typically experiences very cold weather in May, with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Iqaluit.
To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Nunavut, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nunavut - and find the best time to visit. See also: Nunavut weather by month.
Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nunavut.
Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Iqaluit. That makes May a very low month for Nunavut, Canada.
Average overnight lows in Nunavut, Canada during May sit near -6°C (21°F) in Iqaluit.
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 182 hours of sunlight anticipated in Iqaluit. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
We have much more information about the climate in Nunavut.
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