Bylot Island is a large island located in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, in the territory of Nunavut, Canada. It is situated north of Baffin Island, and is separated from it by the Fury and Hecla Strait. The island has an area of 11,067 square kilometres and is the 31st largest island in the world.
Bylot Island was first explored by the English explorer William Baffin in 1616. It was named after the Dutch navigator Robert Bylot, who explored the region in 1611. In 1820, the British Admiralty expedition led by William Edward Parry explored the island and mapped it.
The island is mostly made up of low-lying plateaus and hills, with the highest point being Mount Odin at 1,195 metres. The island is mostly covered in tundra, with some areas of rocky terrain. The coastline is mostly composed of steep cliffs and fjords.
The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including polar bears, Arctic foxes, wolves, caribou, muskoxen, and a variety of seabirds. It is also home to a large population of migratory birds, including the snow goose, which nests on the island.
The Inuit people have a long history on Bylot Island, and archaeological remains dating back to the Dorset culture have been found on the island. In the late 19th century, the Inuit established a community on the island, which is still inhabited today.
Today, the island is popular with tourists and adventurers, who come to explore its rugged beauty and unique wildlife. It is also a popular destination for scientific research, and several research stations have been established on the island.
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Bylot Island in Canada has a cold, arctic climate with temperatures ranging from -30°C in winter to 10°C in summer. In spring, the snow begins to melt and temperatures rise, while summer is short and mild with long days and no night. Fall brings cooler temperatures and the first snows of winter. Winter is long and cold, with temperatures rarely rising above freezing and snow covering the island until late spring.
Our weather forecast for Bylot Island helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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| Nov. 24th 2024 Nov. 24th 2024 | max: -21.3 °C min: -30.2 °C |
8.6 m/s 7.9 m/s |
77.6 % 5.7 m |
76.2 % 1,012 hPa |
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| Nov. 25th 2024 Nov. 25th 2024 | max: -29.5 °C min: -32.3 °C |
25.2 m/s 34.2 m/s |
92.8 % 1.1 m |
73.6 % 1,015 hPa |
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| Nov. 26th 2024 Nov. 26th 2024 | max: -29.2 °C min: -34.9 °C |
25.2 m/s 34.2 m/s |
78.6 % 7.0 m |
69.6 % 1,021 hPa |
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| Nov. 27th 2024 Nov. 27th 2024 | max: -28.6 °C min: -31.6 °C |
7.6 m/s 7.2 m/s |
39.7 % 24.1 m |
42.4 % 1,022 hPa |
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| Nov. 28th 2024 Nov. 28th 2024 | max: -26.7 °C min: -31.7 °C |
6.5 m/s 6.8 m/s |
12.7 % 24.1 m |
43.8 % 1,032 hPa |
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| Nov. 29th 2024 Nov. 29th 2024 | max: -24.6 °C min: -26.6 °C |
5.4 m/s 5.8 m/s |
58.7 % 24.1 m |
43.0 % 1,036 hPa |
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| Nov. 30th 2024 Nov. 30th 2024 | max: -24.2 °C min: -24.7 °C |
5.0 m/s 5.4 m/s |
46.4 % 24.1 m |
50.7 % 1,039 hPa |
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| Dec. 1st 2024 Dec. 1st 2024 | max: -24.3 °C min: -26.2 °C |
7.0 m/s 6.1 m/s |
20.2 % 24.1 m |
50.3 % 1,039 hPa |
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| Dec. 2nd 2024 Dec. 2nd 2024 | max: -26.2 °C min: -26.4 °C |
7.2 m/s 6.1 m/s |
19.1 % 24.1 m |
44.4 % 1,032 hPa |
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| Dec. 3rd 2024 Dec. 3rd 2024 | max: -24.1 °C min: -30 °C |
4.8 m/s 5.4 m/s |
93.6 % 11.2 m |
64.3 % 1,021 hPa |
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| Dec. 4th 2024 Dec. 4th 2024 | max: -27.0 °C min: -32.7 °C |
5.0 m/s 5.2 m/s |
91.8 % 3.4 m |
74.3 % 1,013 hPa |
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| Dec. 5th 2024 Dec. 5th 2024 | max: -29.2 °C min: -33.1 °C |
6.1 m/s 6.1 m/s |
73.5 % 15.8 m |
68.1 % 1,010 hPa |
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| Dec. 6th 2024 Dec. 6th 2024 | max: -27.4 °C min: -29.2 °C |
11.9 m/s 15.8 m/s |
99.9 % 1.6 m |
74.4 % 1,008 hPa |
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| Dec. 7th 2024 Dec. 7th 2024 | max: -22.4 °C min: -27.4 °C |
9.0 m/s 10.2 m/s |
100.0 % 1.8 m |
74.3 % 1,007 hPa |
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| Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 | max: -18.5 °C min: -22.4 °C |
10.8 m/s 11.9 m/s |
83.1 % 12.4 m |
72.2 % 1,010 hPa |
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|---|---|
| Sirmilik National Park in Canada | 40,70 km |
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