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The weather in Nunavut varies greatly depending on the season and where you are in the territory. Winters can be very harsh, with average temperatures of -32°C in Pond Inlet and -27°C in Iqaluit. Summers can be quite mild, with temperatures ranging from an average of 11°C in Baker Lake in July to 6°C in Hall Beach.
What is the warmest month in Nunavut?
July
On average, the warmest month is July with 11.0° Celsius (51.8° Fahrenheit). On average, the coolest month is February with -22.0° Celsius (-7.6° Fahrenheit).
69.8 degrees Fahrenheit
Last week, Environment Canada, the country’s national weather agency, confirmed that Alert, Nunavut, the most northerly permanently inhabited spot on Earth, hit 69.8 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) on July 14, the highest temperature ever recorded there.
How long does summer last in Nunavut?
The warm season lasts for 3.2 months, from June 10 to September 16, with an average daily high temperature above 41°F. The hottest month of the year in Iqaluit is July, with an average high of 53°F and low of 41°F.
Seasons. Nunavut experiences five seasons across the territory. Due to its vast size, these seasons can be experienced differently, and each region has its own seasonal calendar. Discover what each season brings to the Auyuittuq National Park region of Nunavut.
Can any Canadian move to Nunavut?
Unlike other provinces and territories in Canada, Nunavut has no provincial nomination program for immigration. However, interested candidates can still apply for immigration to Nunavut through federal immigration programs by the Government of Canada.
Nunavut Northern Allowance The GN pays a northern allowance to make up the differences in the cost of living between Nunavut communities and larger designated southern centres. The allowance is paid based on the community of employment. Currently, it varies from $15,016 to $34,455 annually.