Our verdict
The best time to visit Nuuk is June-August
In summer, the temperature in Nuuk can rise as high as 12℃ (53℉). In the winter months, it can get down to as low as -19℃ (-3℉) at night.
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Nuuk are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. The wet season in Nuuk falls around September, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in February instead.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Nuuk, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Nuuk seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Nuuk as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Nuuk is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Nuuk
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Nuuk for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Nuuk climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Nuuk for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Nuuk in January
- Average temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average high temperature: -6℃ (21℉)
- Average low temperature: -9℃ (15℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in February
- Average temperature: -9℃ (17℉)
- Average high temperature: -7℃ (19℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (13℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in March
- Average temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average high temperature: -6℃ (21℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in April
- Average temperature: -4℃ (26℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in May
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in May, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in June
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in June, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in July
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nuuk in August
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (2") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nuuk in September
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in September, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
Nuuk in October
- Average temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in November
- Average temperature: -4℃ (26℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nuuk in December
- Average temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average high temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (19℉)
- Average humidity: 72%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nuuk in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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