Climate Overview
The climate in Anaktuvuk Pass Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -8°C and approximately 561mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 110mm of rainfall. Anaktuvuk Pass Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -26°C. Anaktuvuk Pass Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°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. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -26°C and an average temperature of -23°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 11°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 561mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 110mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 17mm. That's 93mm 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. Anaktuvuk Pass Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 252cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is September, with approximately 43cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Anaktuvuk Pass Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Anaktuvuk Pass 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 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -26°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -22 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 297mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -21 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 128mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Expect around 99cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -26 to -17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 61mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 61cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Anaktuvuk Pass 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.
