Province in Canada

Current Local Time in Northwest Territories

Current local time and time zone in Northwest Territories, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 28°F now🕔 6:12 PM local📅 Best: June and July👥 45.000

Current local time in Northwest Territories

6:12 PM
Monday, October 26, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Inuvik
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now12:12 AM
Sunrise9:47 AM
Sunset6:17 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise9:47 AM
Sunset6:17 PM
Daylight8h 30m
Solar noon2:02 PM
Golden hour (am)9:47 AM - 10:47 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:17 PM - 6:17 PM
Blue hour (am)9:17 AM - 9:47 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:17 PM - 6:47 PM
Moon phase🌕 Full moon · 100%
Moonrise4:45 PM
Moonset11:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Northwest Territories

TypeProvince
CountryCanada
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates64°49′31.8″N 124°50′44.5″W (64.8255, -124.8457)
CapitalYellowknife
Population45.000
Area519.734 sq mi
Time zoneAmerica/Yellowknife
Local time6:12 PM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsJune and July
ClimatePolar

Summary

Northwest Territories is a province in Canada. Northwest Territories is a Canadian province or territory. It has a population of about 45.000. The capital is Yellowknife.

Right now it is 28°F (-2°C) in Northwest Territories with overcast. It feels like 22°F. Today runs from 19°F to 34°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Northwest Territories is June and July. The climate is polar. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -17°F.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 34°F is in line with the 36°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Northwest Territories today at 9.8/10. Overnight lows near 19°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.

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Coordinates: 64°49′31.8″N 124°50′44.5″W (64.8255, -124.8457)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories is a province in Canada. Its coordinates are 64.8255, -124.8457. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Northwest Territories right now?

It is currently 28°F (-2°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Northwest Territories?

June and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Northwest Territories, which has a polar climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Northwest Territories in?

Northwest Territories observes America/Inuvik (UTC-06:00). The local time is 6:12 PM.

How many people live in Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories has a population of approximately 45.000.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (ca-provinces) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 26, 2026 at 6:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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