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When is the best time to visit Nunavut?

The best time to visit Nunavut (Iqaluit) is April and July based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • -23°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-23
    Jan
  • -24°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-24
    Feb
  • -20°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-20
    Mar
  • -11°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-11
    Apr
  • -2°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-2
    May
  • 6°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Nunavut (Iqaluit)6
    Jun
  • 11°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Nunavut (Iqaluit)11
    Jul
  • 9°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Nunavut (Iqaluit)9
    Aug
  • 4°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Nunavut (Iqaluit)4
    Sep
  • -3°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-3
    Oct
  • -10°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-10
    Nov
  • -19°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Nunavut (Iqaluit)-19
    Dec

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Which is the warmest month in Nunavut?

The warmest time of year in Iqaluit, Nunavut is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 11°C.

Which month has the most rain in Nunavut?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Iqaluit, Nunavut with 62mm on average. There are normally 15 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Nunavut?

The sunniest time of year in Iqaluit, Nunavut is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 49% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Nunavut?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Iqaluit, Nunavut in July when the water temperature reaches -2°C.

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The weather guide for Nunavut (Iqaluit) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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