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June in Nuuk typically sees daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the summer season.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, June may not be the ideal month to visit Nuuk. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nuuk - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Nuuk typically stay consistent throughout June, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 1°C (34°F) to 4°C (39°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Nuuk spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Nuuk spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Greenland in June →
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).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Nuuk in June. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 5°C (41°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
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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