November weather forecast
Iqaluit, Canada

November sees the full onset of winter in Iqaluit, Canada with an average high temperature of -8.3°C (17.1°F). The snowfall not only increases from the previous month but also overshadows rainfall with an average snowfall of 297mm (11.69"). The cityscape undergoes a transformation, changing from its vibrant autumn colors to a snowy white. With shorter daylight hours, indoor activities and gatherings start to take precedence. As the winter chill sets in, the city is armed and ready to face the cold once more.

Temperature

November's arrival in Iqaluit comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from -1°C (30.2°F) in October to a still freezing cold -8.3°C (17.1°F). November nights in Iqaluit are marked by an average low-temperature of -15.8°C (3.6°F).

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity in Iqaluit is 76.6%.

Rainfall

November is the last month it rains in Iqaluit. During 0.3 rainfall days, in November, Iqaluit aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Iqaluit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.7 days and collects up to 197mm (7.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Iqaluit, during November, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 297mm (11.69") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 snowfall days, and 2293mm (90.28") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Iqaluit, the average seawater temperature in November is 0°C (32°F).
Note: During swimming events, this situation presents an imminent life risk. Instantaneous loss of breath control makes clear thinking a near impossibility. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 6h and 37min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 1:59 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in November is 1.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Iqaluit are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 0 in November translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.