Yellow Cold Warning Issued for Arviat as Wind Chills Reach Minus 55
Environment Canada has issued a cold warning for Arviat, warning of extreme wind chills reaching minus 55 overnight and into Friday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow cold warning for the Arviat region. The alert was issued on the evening of March 12, 2026, in response to dangerously low temperatures and wind chill factors.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic area affected by this warning is Arviat.
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to monitor for symptoms related to extreme cold exposure, which include:
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Muscle pain and weakness
- Numbness and color change in fingers and toes
To report severe weather, you can contact Environment Canada via email at NUstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.
Expected Conditions
Temperatures are forecast to plunge overnight. When combined with gusty winds, wind chill values are expected to reach minus 55. Conditions are expected to begin moderating throughout the day on Friday.
Timeline
The warning is currently in effect and is scheduled to remain active until 11:31 AM on Friday, March 13, 2026. Temperatures are expected to moderate as the day progresses on Friday.
Source: ECCC Official Notice