Residents in Igloolik should prepare for a week of cloudy skies and incoming snow, as the latest outlook from Environment Canada indicates a shift away from the previously expected sunny conditions.
The updated forecast, issued on May 11, 2026, projects that snow will move into the community from Tuesday through Wednesday. Temperatures for the week are expected to remain cold, with daily highs ranging from -6°C to -1°C. While there are no official weather alerts in effect, wind chill values are anticipated to stay between -10°C and -15°C, and residents are encouraged to dress warmly when heading outdoors.
As of 1:00 PM on Monday, conditions at the Igloolik Airport showed temperatures at -8.4°C with partly cloudy skies and a wind chill of -13. This shift toward cloudier and snowier weather marks a change from the sun and cloud mix seen earlier in the day.
Located on an island in the Foxe Basin north of the Arctic Circle, Igloolik is home to 2,049 people, according to data from Statistics Canada. While the community is accustomed to the extreme cold, with typical May temperatures averaging highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C, residents are reminded to keep track of the local weather as conditions evolve throughout the week.
For those interested in historical climate patterns, the Climate & Weather Averages provide a baseline for what is generally expected in the region during this time of year.
