Nunavut

Residents In Arviat See Clearer Skies As Blizzard Ends

By

James Sinclair
March 10, 2026 4:53 pm

Environment Canada officially lifted the blizzard warning for Arviat, Nunavut, on March 10, 2026, as weather conditions began to clear across the community. While the heavy snow and blowing winds have subsided, officials are reminding residents that extreme cold remains a serious concern for the area.

The weather forecast for today shows mainly sunny skies with a high temperature of -30°C. Winds are expected to come from the northwest at about 20 kilometres per hour, which is a significant improvement from the recent blizzard conditions.

Despite the sunny weather, the region is still facing dangerously low temperatures. Wind chill values reached -53°C this morning and are expected to stay around -43°C throughout the afternoon.

Authorities warn that these extreme temperatures can cause frostbite on exposed skin in only a few minutes. Residents should continue to take precautions when going outside and monitor local weather updates even though the blizzard has passed.

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