Pangnirtung — Water Temperature, Sea Conditions & Trends
This page provides clear and up-to-date information about water temperature for Pangnirtung (Nunavut, Canada). It includes the current water temperature, daily data for the last month presented in a simple chart, and a 7-day forecast. The page also compares today’s value with typical averages for this period, shows usual monthly ranges during the year, and lists nearby beaches with short descriptions. Local weather for the next few days and general details about Pangnirtung help you plan your visit and choose the best time for swimming.
Current Water Temperature
Water temperature in Pangnirtung in the Arctic Ocean today is -1°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges less than 41°F (5°C). Such water is extremely cold and not recommended for swimming without proper preparation. In these conditions, the risk of hypothermia is very high, and prolonged exposure to the water can be hazardous to your health. If you decide to swim, it is important to have the appropriate gear, such as a wetsuit. Typically, only experienced swimmers or those who practice winter swimming venture into such waters.
It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart Over the Last 30 Days
Water temperature in Pangnirtung rose over the last 30 days but fell over the last week. Currently, the sea water temperature at this location matches the average for this day in previous years.
According to our forecast, Water temperature in Pangnirtung will be -1.7°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUN 2 | -0.5°C | -1.5°C | |
| JUN 3 | -0.4°C | -1.5°C | |
| JUN 4 | -0.4°C | -1.8°C | |
| JUN 5 | -0.4°C | -1.5°C | |
| JUN 6 | -0.7°C | -1.5°C | |
| JUN 7 | -0.5°C | -1.5°C | |
| JUN 8 | -0.5°C | -1.8°C | |
| JUN 9 | -0.5°C | -1.3°C | |
| JUN 10 | -0.6°C | -1.3°C | -0.6°C |
| JUN 11 | -1.8°C | -0.8°C | |
| JUN 12 | -2.0°C | -0.9°C | |
| JUN 13 | -2.0°C | -1.1°C | |
| JUN 14 | -1.8°C | -1.2°C | |
| JUN 15 | -1.8°C | -1.4°C | |
| JUN 16 | -2.0°C | -1.6°C | |
| JUN 17 | -1.8°C | -1.7°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts to enhance accuracy.
Water temperature data for this location is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.
Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month
Monthly Water Temp Ranges
Annual Water Temperature Trend
Pangnirtung is a small community on the shores of a fjord system on Baffin Island in Nunavut, Canada, set among steep Arctic peaks and often bordered by sea ice outside the short summer season. Surface water temperatures are cold year‑round and vary with season and weather: in winter the seawater near shore can sit at or just below the freezing point of saltwater, around -1.8 to 0 °C beneath ice, while spring and early summer typically see temperatures rise slowly to roughly 0 to 2 °C as ice melts. The warmest conditions occur in late summer, when sheltered bays and surface layers can reach about 2 to 8 °C on occasion, before cooling again in autumn to roughly 0 to 4 °C. Local influences such as tidal exchange, glacial meltwater and wind can produce significant short‑term variations from these typical ranges.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C | -1°C | -1°C |
| February | -2°C | -1°C | -1°C |
| March | -2°C | -2°C | -1°C |
| April | -3°C | -2°C | -1°C |
| May | -3°C | -2°C | -1°C |
| June | -3°C | -2°C | 1°C |
| July | -2°C | 0°C | 3°C |
| August | -1°C | 3°C | 5°C |
| September | 0°C | 3°C | 6°C |
| October | -1°C | 2°C | 4°C |
| November | -3°C | -1°C | 1°C |
| December | -3°C | -2°C | -1°C |
* Click on a month to view detailed water temperature data.
Pangnirtung: Weather Forecast
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Location, Beaches & Local Information
Swimming Conditions
Because of those cold temperatures and the rocky, often pebbly shoreline, Pangnirtung is not a conventional beach‑holiday destination for swimming. Short, quick swims or supervised polar plunges are possible for well‑prepared, experienced cold‑water swimmers using appropriate thermal protection such as thick wetsuits or drysuits, and participants should be mindful of hypothermia risk, sudden currents and the absence of lifeguards. More commonly, visitors enjoy shoreline walks, wildlife viewing and kayaking or boat tours that allow close contact with the water without prolonged immersion. Anyone planning to enter local waters should seek local guidance, limit exposure time, wear safety gear, and avoid solitary swims.