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When to go · Rankin Inlet

Rankin Inlet in January

Great month. Inside Rankin Inlet's best window: Jun–Aug for light and tundra walks; Oct–Mar for aurora (accept −30 °C and wind).

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
−27°C / −35°C
average high / low
Rain days
8
Crowds
Low
Canada overall
Prices
Low
Canada overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Rankin Inlet

Inside Rankin Inlet's best window: Jun–Aug for light and tundra walks; Oct–Mar for aurora (accept −30 °C and wind).

Weather in January

Long-term averages
  • Rankin InletHighs around -27 °C, lows around -35 °C, rain on about 8 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Canada overall
Low
Prices · Canada overall
Low

Canada overall: Deep cold east of the Rockies; ski season in Whistler and Banff; northern lights in Yellowknife.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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