Nuuk weather in December (Greenland)

How is December weather typically in Nuuk? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Nuuk includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Anticipate daytime highs near -5°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -11°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Nuuk in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 14 days.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 7 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Nuuk. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nuuk climate page with graphs.

 

Nuuk, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Water Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 77%  

Windspeed 25 km/h  

Sunshine 7 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Greenland in December

Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Nuuk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 0°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Nuuk.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Greenland? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Greenland. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.