Average weather for Nunavut in August
It's cool in August in Nunavut with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 6°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Nunavut with cool temps, averaging around 12°C during the day and nights around 6°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 12°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Nunavut is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 5°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 61 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
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11°C | 30°C | |
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13°C | 31°C | |
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9°C | -5°C | |
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61 mm | 79 mm | |
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11 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 22°C in 2014, Nunavut reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Nunavut
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Nunavut, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Nunavut
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Nunavut, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Nunavut.
Daily UV index in August in Nunavut
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Nunavut, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Nunavut over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Nunavut, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Nunavut over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Nunavut, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Nunavut
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Average weather in Nunavut by month
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