Ittoqqortoormiit Weather in August

August in Ittoqqortoormiit sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. With around 61 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Ittoqqortoormiit in August

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of rain, with 61 mm (2.4 in) average for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Ittoqqortoormiit in August

If you're visiting Ittoqqortoormiit in August, expect highs of 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows around 9°C (48°F). August is in the summer season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Sunshine in Ittoqqortoormiit in August

The month enjoys around 227 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Wind Speed in Ittoqqortoormiit in August

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during August. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in August

The water sits at -1°C (30°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Ittoqqortoormiit.