Baillie Islands

Islands Group of Arctic islands in Northwest Territories

The Baillie Islands occupy Arctic waters of the Northwest Territories; they attract researchers and adventurous boaters interested in sea-ice landscapes and northern wildlife.

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Baillie Islands
Baillie Islands, Northwest Territories, Canada (Queen Maud Gulf region)
70.5835, -128.1721

How to Get to Baillie Islands #

Access is by chartered vessel or aircraft from regional communities in the Northwest Territories; travel is subject to sea ice and weather conditions and requires experienced Arctic logistics.

Tips for Visiting Baillie Islands #

  • Baillie Islands are in the high Arctic; plan for polar conditions and limited rescue options.
  • Respect local wildlife and consult with regional authorities and Indigenous organizations for access.

Best Time to Visit Baillie Islands #

Visit only in the narrow Arctic summer window via expedition operators.

Arctic Summer
July-August · -2-8°C
Short window for easier access; abundant birdlife and midnight sun conditions.

Weather & Climate near Baillie Islands #

Climate

Baillie Islands's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -33°C to 12°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
12°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-32° -25°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -25°C and lows of -33°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-29°
Feels Like Freezing
-29°C
Temperature
-33° -25°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -30°C. The driest month with just 3 mm.

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-31° -23°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -21°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-21° -14°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-11° -6°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -23°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-23° -17°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -29°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-29° -22°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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