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Ittoqqortoormiit in September averages 11°C (52°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. This is part of the summer season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ittoqqortoormiit typically drop from around 11°C (52°F) at the start of September to approximately 8°C (46°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 8°C (46°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 Ittoqqortoormiit spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Ittoqqortoormiit, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Greenland in September →
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).
Pack for changing conditions in Ittoqqortoormiit in September. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around -1°C (30°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
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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