Nunavut (Iqaluit)
January
Weather in Nunavut for January 2026
Your guide to Nunavut weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Nunavut usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Nunavut 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.
Nunavut experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 35.7 mm.
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7
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22
Rainy days
2
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-13°/-19°
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19 km/h
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91 %
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Nunavut Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  -2° | 2  -4° | 3 -1° | ||||
| 4  -2° | 5 -6° | 6 -9° | 7 -10° | 8 -12° | 9  -14° | 10 -13° |
| 11 -14° | 12 -15° | 13  -21° | 14 -20° | 15 -22° | 16 -16° | 17 -15° |
| 18 -14° | 19 -12° | 20 -15° | 21 -19° | 22 -16° | 23 -18° | 24 -18° |
| 25 -22° | 26 -16° | 27 -17° | 28 -10° | 29 -8° | 30 -14° | 31  -19° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Nunavut
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -2° /-6° | 5.8 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-9° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Cloudy | -2° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -9° /-12° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -10° /-13° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -12° /-15° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | -14° /-18° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -13° /-15° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -14° /-18° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -15° /-20° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -21° /-29° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -20° /-28° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -22° /-29° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -16° /-19° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -15° /-17° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -14° /-16° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -12° /-18° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -15° /-24° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | -19° /-26° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -16° /-21° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -18° /-25° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | -18° /-26° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | -22° /-28° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Overcast | -16° /-24° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | -17° /-26° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -10° /-27° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | -8° /-13° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Overcast | -14° /-23° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light snow | -19° /-24° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nunavut 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 Nunavut forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Nunavut in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nunavut 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 Nunavut during January?
In January, Nunavut 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 Nunavut in January 2026?
Nunavut experiences an average snowfall of 1.3 cm during January, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Nunavut during January?
The average wind speed in Nunavut during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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