North America (excluding Greenland): Lowest Temperature
| Record Value | -63.0°C (-81.4°F) |
|---|---|
| Date of Event | 3/2/1947 |
| Length of Record | 1943-1966 |
| Geospatial Location | Snag, Yukon Territory, Canada [140°22'W, 62°23'N, 646 m (2120 ft)] |
References
Thomson, 1958: Lowest temperature in Canada, Monthly Weather Review, 86(8), pp. 298;
Discussion
This extreme occurred at the Snag Aerodome which was in operation from 1943 to 1966. The minimum thermometer at site was graduated only to -80°F (Court and Samela, 1963). Following laboratory calibration of the instrument, an error of approximately 3°F was discovered and so the value of -81.4°F (-63°C) was established for the vent by the Canadian Meteorological Service Thomson, 1958: Lowest temperature in Canada, Monthly Weather Review, 86(8), pp. 298; . The antecedent weather conditions included an influx of cold Arctic air together with clear and calm air (Wexler 1948).
Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Snag Aerodome, Canada
Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Snag Aerodome, Canada