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Danmarkshavn Climate by Month

Danmarkshavn experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from cold days to very cold weather. It's weather is marked by below-average rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Danmarkshavn is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a chilly 5°C in July to a very cold -19°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -25°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Danmarkshavn has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 407 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Danmarkshavn shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 50 mm of precipitation over 5 snowy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 13 mm of snow/rainfall over a single snowy/rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Danmarkshavn serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 0.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Danmarkshavn in Greenland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Danmarkshavn?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 5°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Danmarkshavn?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Danmarkshavn?
    January tops the wettest month list with 50 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Danmarkshavn?
    June is the driest month with 13 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Danmarkshavn?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 378 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Danmarkshavn

    Sat   Dec 14
    -18°C | -27°C
    SW 18 km/h
    1.2 mm
    broken clouds and slight snow

    broken clouds and slight snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    -13°C | -23°C
    N 25 km/h
    2.7 mm
    overcast and slight snow

    overcast and slight snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    -12°C | -19°C
    NW 22 km/h
    2.9 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain