Climate Insights for Bernard Harbour

Kitikmeot Region, Nunavut, Canada

Hottest
July
14°C peak58°F peak
Coldest
February
-30°C low-22°F low
Wettest
September
46 mm rain1.8 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bernard Harbour is cold. The average annual temperature is -9°C and approximately 228 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 46 mm of rainfall. Bernard Harbour 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -30°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 109cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Bernard Harbour is cold. The average annual temperature is 15°F and approximately 9 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 1.8 in of rainfall. Bernard Harbour 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -22°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 43in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -23°Average: -26°Min: -29°FebMax: -24°Average: -27°Min: -30°MarMax: -20°Average: -24°Min: -27°AprMax: -12°Average: -16°Min: -19°MayMax: 0°Average: -3°Min: -6°JunMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 2°JulMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 7°AugMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 7°SepMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°OctMax: -2°Average: -4°Min: -6°NovMax: -13°Average: -15°Min: -18°DecMax: -21°Average: -24°Min: -27°
Max
Average
Min
-30°F-20°F-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -10°FAverage: -15°FMin: -20°FFebMax: -12°FAverage: -17°FMin: -22°FMarMax: -4°FAverage: -11°FMin: -16°FAprMax: 11°FAverage: 4°FMin: -2°FMayMax: 32°FAverage: 26°FMin: 21°FJunMax: 50°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FJulMax: 58°FAverage: 50°FMin: 44°FAugMax: 55°FAverage: 49°FMin: 44°FSepMax: 43°FAverage: 39°FMin: 35°FOctMax: 29°FAverage: 25°FMin: 22°FNovMax: 9°FAverage: 4°FMin: 0°FDecMax: -7°FAverage: -11°FMin: -16°F
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Bernard Harbour has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 10°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -30°C and an average temperature of -27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.Bernard Harbour has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 80°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 58°F with a mean of 50°F. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°F and an average temperature of -17°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 22°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 7mmFebPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 6mmMarPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 7mmAprPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 11mmJunPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 13mmOctPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 26mmNovPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 16mmDecPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 12mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 3inFebPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 2inMarPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 2inJulPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 5inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 10inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 6inDecPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 5in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Bernard Harbour is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 228 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 46 mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6 mm. That's 40 mm less than September, 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 109cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Bernard Harbour is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 1.8 in of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 1.6 in less than September, 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 43in accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 19km/hAugWind Speed: 19km/hSepWind Speed: 20km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 12mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 13mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Bernard Harbour is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Bernard Harbour is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bernard Harbour 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bernard Harbour based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-29 °C-20 °F
-23 °C-10 °F
18 km/h11 mph
7 mm0.3 in
7 cm3 in
Feb
-30 °C-22 °F
-24 °C-12 °F
20 km/h12 mph
6 mm0.2 in
6 cm2 in
Mar
-27 °C-16 °F
-20 °C-4 °F
18 km/h11 mph
7 mm0.3 in
7 cm3 in
Apr
-19 °C-2 °F
-12 °C11 °F
19 km/h12 mph
8 mm0.3 in
8 cm3 in
May
-6 °C21 °F
0 °C32 °F
17 km/h11 mph
17 mm0.7 in
11 cm4 in
Jun
2 °C36 °F
10 °C50 °F
17 km/h11 mph
25 mm1 in
4 cm2 in
Jul
7 °C44 °F
14 °C58 °F
19 km/h12 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C44 °F
13 °C55 °F
19 km/h12 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
2 °C35 °F
6 °C43 °F
20 km/h13 mph
46 mm1.8 in
13 cm5 in
OctCurrent
-6 °C22 °F
-2 °C29 °F
20 km/h12 mph
31 mm1.2 in
26 cm10 in
Nov
-18 °C0 °F
-13 °C9 °F
17 km/h11 mph
16 mm0.6 in
16 cm6 in
Dec
-27 °C-16 °F
-21 °C-7 °F
18 km/h11 mph
12 mm0.5 in
12 cm5 in