Best time to visit Cape Dorset

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When is the best time to visit Cape Dorset?

The best time to visit Cape Dorset is July based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • -22°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Cape Dorset-22
    Jan
  • -23°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Cape Dorset-23
    Feb
  • -19°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Cape Dorset-19
    Mar
  • -10°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Cape Dorset-10
    Apr
  • -3°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Cape Dorset-3
    May
  • 5°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Cape Dorset5
    Jun
  • 11°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Cape Dorset11
    Jul
  • 8°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Cape Dorset8
    Aug
  • 3°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Cape Dorset3
    Sep
  • -2°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Cape Dorset-2
    Oct
  • -9°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Cape Dorset-9
    Nov
  • -17°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Cape Dorset-17
    Dec

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Which is the warmest month in Cape Dorset?

The warmest time of year in Cape Dorset is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 11°C.

Which month has the most rain in Cape Dorset?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Cape Dorset with 55mm on average. There are normally 13 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Cape Dorset?

The sunniest time of year in Cape Dorset is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 48% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Cape Dorset?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Cape Dorset in August when the water temperature reaches 2°C.

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The weather guide for Nunavut (Cape Dorset) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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