Climate Overview
The climate in Kuujjuarapik Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -4°C and approximately 763mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 109mm of rainfall. Kuujjuarapik Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -26°C. Kuujjuarapik Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Kuujjuarapik Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -26°C and an average temperature of -22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kuujjuarapik Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 763mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 109mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 27mm. That's 82mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kuujjuarapik Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 301cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kuujjuarapik Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Kuujjuarapik Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Kuujjuarapik Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -26°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -20 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 126mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 261mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 264mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Expect around 92cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -26 to -12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 111cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kuujjuarapik Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
