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Kangerlussuaq Climate by Month

The temperature in Kangerlussuaq can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from mild to very cold. It typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Kangerlussuaq. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in July to a very cold -15°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -23°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

With annual rain/snowfall averaging 303 mm, Kangerlussuaq maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. The climate in Kangerlussuaq shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in August, with an average of 47 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days. In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 11 mm of snowfall over 8 snowy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Kangerlussuaq in Greenland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Kangerlussuaq have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Kangerlussuaq?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kangerlussuaq?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kangerlussuaq?
    August tops the wettest month list with 47 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kangerlussuaq?
    March is the driest month with 11 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Kangerlussuaq

    Thu   Nov 21
    -8°C | -12°C
    E 4 km/h
    11 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    -12°C | -23°C
    E 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    -20°C | -23°C
    SE
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain