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Yellowknife weather in February (Northwest Territories, Canada)

What kind of weather does February bring to Yellowknife? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of February in Yellowknife typically brings very low temperatures and low snowfall. February is typically considered a winter month. Anticipate daytime highs near -18°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -26°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Precipitation

Yellowknife in February usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. This month experiences about 9 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 107 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Yellowknife. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yellowknife climate page with graphs.

 

Yellowknife, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 61%  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43%  

Where to go in Canada in February

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Yellowknife should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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