Climate Overview
The climate in Arctic Bay Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -14°C and approximately 230mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 45mm of rainfall. Arctic Bay 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 -37°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Arctic Bay Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 47°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 10°C with a mean of 8°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -37°C and an average temperature of -35°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Arctic Bay Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 230mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 45mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 44mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.
Wind
Arctic Bay Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
90 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Arctic Bay Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Arctic Bay 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 10°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -37°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -32 to -5°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 26mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 1 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -23 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 81mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 52cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -37 to -25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 9mm for the entire season. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 Arctic Bay 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.
