Jenny Lind Island is a small island located in the Northwest Territories, Canada. It is situated in the Mackenzie River Delta, about 25 kilometers north of Inuvik, the largest town in the region. The island is approximately 4.5 kilometers long and 1.5 kilometers wide, with a total area of about 6.5 square kilometers.
Jenny Lind Island is a part of the Inuvialuit Settlement Region and is home to the Inuvialuit people. The island was named after the Swedish opera singer Jenny Lind, who was known as the “Swedish Nightingale”. The island was first visited by Europeans in 1826 and was used as a trading post for the Hudson's Bay Company.
In the late 1800s, the island became a popular destination for gold prospectors. In 1894, the island was declared a federal reserve by the Canadian government, and in 1923, the Inuvialuit people were granted a special land claim to the island.
Today, the island is home to a variety of wildlife, including caribou, muskoxen, Arctic foxes, and various species of waterfowl. It is also home to a variety of archaeological sites, including the remains of ancient Inuvialuit villages.
Jenny Lind Island is an important part of the history of the Inuvialuit people, and it is an important part of the history of Canada. It is a unique and beautiful place, and it is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Inuvialuit people.
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Jenny Lind Island in Canada has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. In the summer months, temperatures range from the mid-teens to the mid-twenties Celsius with some rain. The fall brings cooler temperatures and more rain. The winter months are cold and snowy with temperatures ranging from -10 to -20 Celsius. Spring is milder with temperatures ranging from -10 to 10 Celsius and some rain. Overall, the climate on Jenny Lind Island is cold and wet throughout the year.
Our weather forecast for Jenny Lind 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. 22nd 2024 Nov. 22nd 2024 | max: -10.8 °C min: -24.6 °C |
24.5 m/s 35.6 m/s |
58.7 % 15.6 m |
80.2 % 1,023 hPa |
09:55:37 13:11:49 |
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Nov. 23rd 2024 Nov. 23rd 2024 | max: -24.6 °C min: -26.3 °C |
18.0 m/s 31.3 m/s |
64.4 % 10.7 m |
77.1 % 1,026 hPa |
10:01:50 13:06:11 |
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Nov. 24th 2024 Nov. 24th 2024 | max: -23.4 °C min: -26.6 °C |
11.9 m/s 18.4 m/s |
70.8 % 8.1 m |
78.2 % 1,024 hPa |
10:08:15 13:00:23 |
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Nov. 25th 2024 Nov. 25th 2024 | max: -12.9 °C min: -23.5 °C |
18.4 m/s 27.7 m/s |
95.5 % 11.3 m |
84.0 % 1,019 hPa |
10:14:56 12:54:21 |
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Nov. 26th 2024 Nov. 26th 2024 | max: -7.3 °C min: -13.5 °C |
38.9 m/s 55.8 m/s |
100.0 % 15.5 m |
83.4 % 1,005 hPa |
10:21:55 12:48:02 |
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Nov. 27th 2024 Nov. 27th 2024 | max: -15.2 °C min: -26.9 °C |
29.5 m/s 49.3 m/s |
48.6 % 18.3 m |
76.8 % 1,015 hPa |
10:29:19 12:41:20 |
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Nov. 28th 2024 Nov. 28th 2024 | max: -27.1 °C min: -30.5 °C |
20.5 m/s 39.0 m/s |
35.2 % 18.2 m |
72.3 % 1,030 hPa |
10:37:15 12:34:07 |
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Nov. 29th 2024 Nov. 29th 2024 | max: -29.4 °C min: -30.8 °C |
11.5 m/s 16.9 m/s |
21.9 % 14.3 m |
71.2 % 1,035 hPa |
10:45:57 12:26:10 |
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Nov. 30th 2024 Nov. 30th 2024 | max: -26.8 °C min: -29.4 °C |
9.4 m/s 11.2 m/s |
66.2 % 16.2 m |
74.3 % 1,035 hPa |
10:55:54 12:16:59 |
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Dec. 1st 2024 Dec. 1st 2024 | max: -26.8 °C min: -28.4 °C |
13.7 m/s 22.0 m/s |
69.0 % 11.5 m |
75.5 % 1,033 hPa |
11:08:17 12:05:23 |
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Dec. 2nd 2024 Dec. 2nd 2024 | max: -22.2 °C min: -29.6 °C |
13.4 m/s 21.6 m/s |
45.8 % 15.5 m |
74.7 % 1,034 hPa |
11:32:10 11:42:19 |
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Dec. 3rd 2024 Dec. 3rd 2024 | max: -14.1 °C min: -20.1 °C |
32.4 m/s 45.0 m/s |
98.4 % 8.0 m |
82.0 % 1,022 hPa |
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Dec. 4th 2024 Dec. 4th 2024 | max: -19.4 °C min: -27.4 °C |
22.0 m/s 40.7 m/s |
60.7 % 12.2 m |
78.9 % 1,013 hPa |
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Dec. 5th 2024 Dec. 5th 2024 | max: -23.4 °C min: -27 °C |
37.1 m/s 58.0 m/s |
82.5 % 12.8 m |
74.9 % 1,009 hPa |
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