Summer
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Comfortable daytime highs around 20°C (68°F), ideal for hiking, canoeing, and camping in the pristine wilderness.
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Celebrate Indigenous arts, music, and cuisine at the vibrant Raven NWT Craft Fair in mid-June and the lively Yellowknife Summer Solstice Festival in late June.
Winter (December - March)
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Witness the breathtaking Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) with optimal viewing conditions during the long, dark nights.
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Experience the iconic Yellowknife Snowking Winter Festival in March, featuring towering snow sculptures, fireworks displays, and wintertime activities like dog sledding.