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Weather in Iqaluit for January 2026

Your guide to Iqaluit weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 2 snowy days, Iqaluit usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.

  • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Iqaluit at the beginning of January is -4.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of -15.1 °C by the end of January.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Iqaluit experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 35.7 mm.

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Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
22
Rainy days
Average snowy days
2
Snow days
Average temperatures
-13°/-19°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
91 %
Avg humidity

Iqaluit Weather January

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Temperatures trend during January in Iqaluit

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January weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Patchy moderate snow
Patchy moderate snow
-2° /-6° 5.8 mm 1.2 cm
2 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-4° /-9° 0.9 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-1° /-9° 0.3 mm 0 cm
4 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
-2° /-7° 0.1 mm 0 cm
5 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-6° /-10° 2.8 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-9° /-12° 0.2 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-10° /-13° 3.6 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-12° /-15° 2.1 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-14° /-18° 0.3 mm 0 cm
10 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-13° /-15° 0.9 mm 0 cm
11 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-14° /-18° 0.3 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-15° /-20° 0.2 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-21° /-29° 0 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-20° /-28° 0.8 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-22° /-29° 0.7 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-16° /-19° 1.9 mm 0 cm
17 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-15° /-17° 3.4 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-14° /-16° 1 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-12° /-18° 1.7 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-15° /-24° 1.3 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-19° /-26° 0 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-16° /-21° 4.2 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-18° /-25° 0.6 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-18° /-26° 0.6 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-22° /-28° 0 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-16° /-24° 0.5 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-17° /-26° 0.4 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-10° /-27° 0.4 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-8° /-13° 0.5 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
-14° /-23° 0 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
-19° /-24° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Iqaluit in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Iqaluit forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Iqaluit in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Iqaluit during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -13° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Iqaluit during January?
In January, Iqaluit can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 35.7 mm across approximately 22 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Iqaluit in January 2026?
Iqaluit experiences an average snowfall of 1.3 cm during January, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Iqaluit during January?
The average wind speed in Iqaluit during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Iqaluit snow forecast January 2026

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