Nuuk Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from chilly to very cold in Nuuk. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a chilly 11°C (52°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -8°C (18°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 5°C (41°F) in July to around -14°C (7°F) during February.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Nuuk has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 951 mm (37 in) of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 113 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month March experiences a drier climate, with about 63 mm (2.5 in) of snowfall spread across 15 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Nuuk Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Nuuk. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 0°C (32°F) in December to 5°C (41°F) in June.

Water temperature over the year

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 87%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) in June to 7 m/s (14 knots) in December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)