Nunavut Weather in September

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

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Iqaluit

Considering a trip to Nunavut, Canada this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nunavut in September

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Iqaluit.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nunavut, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

September is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 82 mm (3.2 in) in Iqaluit.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during September. Iqaluit experiences about 90 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) This monthJune7°C (45°F) July12°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 September

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 September for the most popular destinonation in Nunavut, Canada?

Iqaluit

In September Iqaluit generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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August
September
October
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
90 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nunavut, in Canada.

Nunavut weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, Nunavut, Canada generally has poor weather conditions. Iqaluit sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

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

In Iqaluit, the average daytime high in September is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

Does Nunavut, Canada get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nunavut, Canada during September, with Iqaluit averaging close to 82 mm (3.2 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Nunavut, Canada?

In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to Nunavut, Canada with often 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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