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Angmagssalik in August sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 77 mm (3 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Angmagssalik typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 10°C (50°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 4°C (39°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Angmagssalik spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Angmagssalik between 2003 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Angmagssalik in August. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 4°C (39°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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