Weather in Yellowknife
What's the weather like in Yellowknife?
Yellowknife has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from -21°C (-5°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July, with overnight lows around -26°C (-15°F) and 13°C (56°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Yellowknife are June through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Yellowknife
- Coordinates
- 62.454, -114.372
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21°C / -5°F | -26°C / -15°F | 15 mm | 12 | — |
| February | -22°C / -7°F | -28°C / -19°F | 7 mm | 9 | — |
| March | -12°C / 10°F | -20°C / -3°F | 12 mm | 9 | — |
| April | -2°C / 28°F | -10°C / 14°F | 12 mm | 9 | — |
| May | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 34°F | 25 mm | 10 | — |
| June | 19°C / 65°F | 9°C / 49°F | 33 mm | 13 | — |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 56°F | 40 mm | 12 | — |
| August | 18°C / 65°F | 12°C / 53°F | 54 mm | 18 | — |
| September | 11°C / 52°F | 6°C / 42°F | 28 mm | 14 | — |
| October | 2°C / 36°F | -2°C / 29°F | 25 mm | 15 | — |
| November | -10°C / 15°F | -15°C / 4°F | 20 mm | 12 | — |
| December | -18°C / -1°F | -24°C / -12°F | 14 mm | 9 | — |
Yellowknife by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yellowknife?
The most comfortable months in Yellowknife are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Yellowknife?
July is typically the hottest month in Yellowknife, averaging a high of 21°C (70°F).
What is the coldest month in Yellowknife?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -28°C (-19°F).
Does it snow in Yellowknife?
Snow is rare in Yellowknife; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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