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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Oct. 7th 2024 Oct. 7th 2024 | max: -6.4 °C min: -11 °C |
14.8 m/s 21.6 m/s |
92.9 % 16.2 m |
82.3 % 1,018 hPa |
08:10:56 17:54:21 |
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Oct. 8th 2024 Oct. 8th 2024 | max: -10.1 °C min: -12.9 °C |
8.6 m/s 8.6 m/s |
62.6 % 7.3 m |
86.4 % 1,024 hPa |
08:16:04 17:48:41 |
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Oct. 9th 2024 Oct. 9th 2024 | max: -6.6 °C min: -11.8 °C |
13.3 m/s 12.2 m/s |
83.2 % 24.1 m |
55.3 % 1,028 hPa |
08:21:15 17:43:00 |
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Oct. 10th 2024 Oct. 10th 2024 | max: -2.2 °C min: -8.4 °C |
23.8 m/s 42.8 m/s |
96.8 % 0.5 m |
97.1 % 1,019 hPa |
08:26:28 17:37:17 |
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Oct. 11th 2024 Oct. 11th 2024 | max: -3.7 °C min: -10.5 °C |
23.4 m/s 38.9 m/s |
91.3 % 0.5 m |
94.1 % 1,017 hPa |
08:31:43 17:31:32 |
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Oct. 12th 2024 Oct. 12th 2024 | max: -9.5 °C min: -14.4 °C |
6.5 m/s 6.1 m/s |
78.7 % 6.2 m |
91.0 % 1,019 hPa |
08:37:02 17:25:45 |
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Oct. 13th 2024 Oct. 13th 2024 | max: -14.2 °C min: -17.3 °C |
6.4 m/s 6.8 m/s |
70.3 % 5.2 m |
88.3 % 1,021 hPa |
08:42:23 17:19:57 |
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Oct. 14th 2024 Oct. 14th 2024 | max: -15.1 °C min: -18.8 °C |
6.8 m/s 6.8 m/s |
58.6 % 8.7 m |
85.2 % 1,019 hPa |
08:47:48 17:14:06 |
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Oct. 15th 2024 Oct. 15th 2024 | max: -12.5 °C min: -18.8 °C |
7.6 m/s 6.8 m/s |
43.3 % 23.9 m |
67.6 % 1,013 hPa |
08:53:16 17:08:12 |
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Oct. 16th 2024 Oct. 16th 2024 | max: -7.7 °C min: -12.4 °C |
7.2 m/s 6.1 m/s |
98.1 % 13.4 m |
72.4 % 997 hPa |
08:58:48 17:02:16 |
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Oct. 17th 2024 Oct. 17th 2024 | max: -7.0 °C min: -10 °C |
10.8 m/s 8.6 m/s |
99.3 % 8.1 m |
89.1 % 992 hPa |
09:04:24 16:56:17 |
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Oct. 18th 2024 Oct. 18th 2024 | max: -9.5 °C min: -14.1 °C |
9.0 m/s 7.3 m/s |
88.9 % 5.8 m |
87.9 % 999 hPa |
09:10:05 16:50:15 |
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Oct. 19th 2024 Oct. 19th 2024 | max: -13.2 °C min: -15.7 °C |
10.4 m/s 9.7 m/s |
39.6 % 18.7 m |
79.5 % 1,006 hPa |
09:15:51 16:44:09 |
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Oct. 20th 2024 Oct. 20th 2024 | max: -13.4 °C min: -15.8 °C |
10.1 m/s 9.7 m/s |
37.7 % 17.3 m |
87.7 % 1,014 hPa |
09:21:41 16:37:59 |
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Oct. 21st 2024 Oct. 21st 2024 | max: -13.0 °C min: -14.6 °C |
6.8 m/s 6.8 m/s |
9.0 % 24.1 m |
71.3 % 1,018 hPa |
09:27:38 16:31:45 |
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