Sea Temperature in Kugluktuk in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Arctic Ocean in Kugluktuk in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Kugluktuk. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Kugluktuk in May

27°F

MINIMUN

30°F

AVERAGE

34°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Kugluktuk

Water Temperature Chart for Arctic Ocean in Kugluktuk in May

Sea Temperature Table in Kugluktuk in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	30°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 2	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 3	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 4	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 5	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 6	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 7	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 8	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 9	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 10	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 11	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 12	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 13	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 14	28°C	28°C	34°C	29°C
May 15	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 16	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 17	28°C	28°C	34°C	30°C
May 18	28°C	28°C	32°C	29°C
May 19	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 20	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 21	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 22	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 23	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 24	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 25	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 26	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 27	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 28	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 29	28°C	28°C	30°C	29°C
May 30	28°C	28°C	30°C	28°C

Kugluktuk Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

52°F

Average Day Air Temperature

37°F

Average Night Air Temperature

4 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

10 days

Number of Rainy Days

16 hrs

Daylight
per Day

7 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

7 mph

Average Wind Speed

74%

Average
humidity

Kugluktuk lies within the Nunavut in Canada. The average daytime temperature in Kugluktuk in May is 11°C (53°F), while the nighttime average is 3°C (38°F). There are typically 10 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 105 mm (4.1 inches). The daylight duration in May in Kugluktuk is 16 hours, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 12 km/h (7 mph), and the humidity level is around 74%.

The water temperature in Kugluktuk in May ranges from -2°C to -1°C (28°F to 30°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around -1°C (30°F), shifting to -1°C (30°F) by mid-May and reaching -2°C (28°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Kugluktuk for May is -2°C (28°F). The water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Kugluktuk

What is the sea temperature in Kugluktuk in May?

The water temperature in the Arctic Ocean in Kugluktuk in May ranges from -2°C to -1°C (28°F to 30°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Arctic Ocean in Kugluktuk in May?

The average sea temperature in Kugluktuk in May is -2°C (28°F), and the air temperature is 11°C (53°F), so the water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.