February weather forecast
Iqaluit, Canada

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Weather in February

Moving into February, the overall climate in Iqaluit, Canada does not differ significantly from the preceding month with the average high and low temperatures being -23.3°C (-9.9°F) and -31.7°C (-25.1°F) respectively. The snowfall remains persistent, however, the daylight hours start to gradually increase, signaling the transition towards spring. On occasion, the arctic city experiences beautiful phenomena like the northern lights. February remains a month for winter sports and activities, with residents and visitors navigating the snowy terrain. The city's dominant cold and stunning visuals continue to captivate those who brave the chill.

Temperature

February is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -23.3°C (-9.9°F) and an average low of -31.7°C (-25.1°F).

Humidity

February is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 64.6%.

Rainfall

In Iqaluit, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Iqaluit, Canada. In Iqaluit, during February, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 210mm (8.27") of snow. Throughout the year, in Iqaluit, there are 113.4 snowfall days, and 2293mm (90.28") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

In Iqaluit, the average length of the day in February is 8h and 40min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Iqaluit is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 0 during February translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Iqaluit?

February, having an average high-temperature of -23.3°C (-9.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -31.7°C (-25.1°F), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Iqaluit in February?

In Iqaluit, -23.3°C (-9.9°F) is the average high-temperature and -31.7°C (-25.1°F) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the least humid month in Iqaluit?

With an average relative humidity of 64.6%, February is the least humid month in Iqaluit.

What is the average humidity in February in Iqaluit?

In Iqaluit, the average relative humidity in February is 64.6%.

What is the driest month in Iqaluit?

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

How many days does it snow in February in Iqaluit?

In February, in Iqaluit, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout February, 210mm (8.27") of snow is accumulated.

What months are the sea coldest in Iqaluit?

The months with the coldest seawater in Iqaluit are January through March, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).

What is the sea temperature in February in Iqaluit?

In Iqaluit, Canada, in February, the average water temperature is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Iqaluit have in February?

The average day length in February is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Iqaluit?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Iqaluit, Canada, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Iqaluit?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Iqaluit?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Iqaluit, Canada.

How high is the UV index in February in Iqaluit?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Iqaluit, Canada, is 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average temperature in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average high temperature in February: -23.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -31.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-31.7°C).

Average humidity in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average humidity in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average humidity in February: 64.6%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64.6%).

Average rainfall in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average rainfall in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average rainfall in February: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68.6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average rainfall days in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in February: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, March and December (0 days).

Average snowfall in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average snowfall in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average snowfall in February: 210mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (315mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average snowfall days in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average sea temperature in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in February: -2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (-2°C).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average daylight in February: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average UV index in February
Iqaluit, Canada

Average UV index in February - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average UV index in February: 0

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).

Iqaluit, Canada

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