Cape Dyer is a headland located on the east coast of Baffin Island in Nunavut, Canada. It is located in the Qikiqtaaluk Region, just north of the Arctic Circle. Cape Dyer is a prominent landmark in the area, with its steep cliffs and rocky shoreline.
The area around Cape Dyer was first inhabited by the Inuit people, who had a long history of living in the area. The Inuit used the cape as a source of food, such as fish and seals, and as a place to hunt caribou. They also used the cape as a place to gather materials for tools and weapons.
In the early 1900s, the Hudson's Bay Company established a trading post at Cape Dyer, which was used to trade with the Inuit. This trading post was later taken over by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who used it to patrol the area.
During World War II, the Canadian government established a military base at Cape Dyer, which was used to protect the area from German U-boats. The base was also used to monitor the Arctic sea lanes, which were important for Allied shipping during the war.
Today, Cape Dyer is still an important landmark in the area. It is home to a small Inuit community, as well as a number of military and scientific research stations. The cape is also home to the Cape Dyer Ecological Reserve, which is a protected area of land that is home to a variety of wildlife.
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Cape Dyer in Canada experiences a cold subarctic climate with long, cold winters and short, cool summers. During winter, temperatures typically range from -10 to -20 degrees Celsius with heavy snowfall and strong winds. Spring temperatures range from 0 to 10 degrees Celsius and the snow gradually melts. Summer temperatures range from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius and the region experiences long days of sunshine. Fall temperatures range from 0 to 10 degrees Celsius and the days become shorter and cooler.
Our weather forecast for Cape Dyer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 26th 2024 Dec. 26th 2024 | max: -22.4 °C min: -25.2 °C |
34.2 m/s 47.2 m/s |
5.5 % 23.8 m |
63.1 % 1,018 hPa |
10:01:12 12:11:42 |
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| Dec. 27th 2024 Dec. 27th 2024 | max: -22.9 °C min: -25.8 °C |
10.1 m/s 12.2 m/s |
3.1 % 23.2 m |
59.1 % 1,027 hPa |
09:59:57 12:13:56 |
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| Dec. 28th 2024 Dec. 28th 2024 | max: -22.9 °C min: -24.5 °C |
12.6 m/s 14.8 m/s |
2.0 % 23.8 m |
57.3 % 1,036 hPa |
09:58:28 12:16:25 |
|
| Dec. 29th 2024 Dec. 29th 2024 | max: -19.4 °C min: -23.1 °C |
23.4 m/s 32.8 m/s |
1.1 % 24.1 m |
58.7 % 1,038 hPa |
09:56:46 12:19:08 |
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| Dec. 30th 2024 Dec. 30th 2024 | max: -17.5 °C min: -19.5 °C |
23.8 m/s 33.5 m/s |
0.4 % 24.1 m |
58.7 % 1,033 hPa |
09:54:51 12:22:02 |
|
| Dec. 31st 2024 Dec. 31st 2024 | max: -16.5 °C min: -17.8 °C |
19.8 m/s 26.5 m/s |
62.8 % 24.1 m |
62.2 % 1,024 hPa |
09:52:45 12:25:06 |
|
| Jan. 1st 2025 Jan. 1st 2025 | max: -16.5 °C min: -24.2 °C |
42.1 m/s 57.6 m/s |
94.4 % 19.0 m |
70.1 % 1,015 hPa |
09:50:29 12:28:20 |
|
| Jan. 2nd 2025 Jan. 2nd 2025 | max: -24.4 °C min: -28.6 °C |
31.1 m/s 48.8 m/s |
39.7 % 23.1 m |
67.3 % 1,016 hPa |
09:48:04 12:31:43 |
|
| Jan. 3rd 2025 Jan. 3rd 2025 | max: -26.8 °C min: -29.4 °C |
47.9 m/s 64.4 m/s |
48.3 % 13.9 m |
65.7 % 1,008 hPa |
09:45:31 12:35:13 |
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| Jan. 4th 2025 Jan. 4th 2025 | max: -23.3 °C min: -29.6 °C |
44.3 m/s 60.6 m/s |
12.6 % 23.1 m |
56.5 % 993 hPa |
09:42:50 12:38:49 |
|
| Jan. 5th 2025 Jan. 5th 2025 | max: -22.1 °C min: -27 °C |
19.1 m/s 24.5 m/s |
22.6 % 23.8 m |
56.3 % 996 hPa |
09:40:03 12:42:31 |
|
| Jan. 6th 2025 Jan. 6th 2025 | max: -21.6 °C min: -25.7 °C |
25.4 m/s 33.2 m/s |
87.3 % 19.0 m |
67.3 % 999 hPa |
09:37:11 12:46:18 |
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| Jan. 7th 2025 Jan. 7th 2025 | max: -17.0 °C min: -21.4 °C |
42.5 m/s 61.3 m/s |
100.0 % 0.4 m |
77.5 % 1,005 hPa |
09:34:13 12:50:09 |
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| Jan. 8th 2025 Jan. 8th 2025 | max: -17.4 °C min: -19.9 °C |
47.9 m/s 68.4 m/s |
99.8 % 0.6 m |
77.8 % 1,014 hPa |
09:31:10 12:54:03 |
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| Jan. 9th 2025 Jan. 9th 2025 | max: -18.8 °C min: -20.6 °C |
41.0 m/s 61.9 m/s |
99.3 % 18.1 m |
71.7 % 1,013 hPa |
09:28:03 12:58:01 |
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