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Greenland Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Greenland in April.

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Ilulissat Narsaq Kulusuk Sisimiut

Planning a trip to Greenland this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Greenland in April

In April, Greenland experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Nord at -18°C (0°F) to cold in Ittoqqortoormiit at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -24°C (-11°F) in Nord. In numerous regions in Greenland, April is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For specific regional insights in Greenland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kangerlussuaq with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to heavy snowfall in PrChristianSund with 184 mm (7.2 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Greenland

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Greenland?

Temperature range in Greenland (April)

Precipitation variation in Greenland (April)

Ilulissat

In April Ilulissat generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-4°C (25°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-19°C (-2°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snowfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ilulissat →

Kangerlussuaq

In April Kangerlussuaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-2°C (28°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-20°C (-4°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snowfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kangerlussuaq →

Narsaq

In April Narsaq generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Narsaq →

Kulusuk

In April Kulusuk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
163 hours
189 hours
Monthly snowfall
127 mm (5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kulusuk →

Tasiilaq

In April Tasiilaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
163 hours
189 hours
Monthly snowfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tasiilaq →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Greenland in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ilulissat -4°C (25°F) -12°C (10°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Narsaq 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Kulusuk -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Sisimiut -4°C (25°F) -9°C (16°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Danmarkshavn -13°C (9°F) -19°C (-2°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Ittoqqortoormiit 4°C (39°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Greenland weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greenland in April?

Greenland typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ilulissat average around -4°C (25°F), and temperatures drop to about -12°C (10°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Greenland in April?

In Ilulissat, the average daytime high in April is -4°C (25°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -12°C (10°F).

Does Greenland get a lot of snow in April?

April is on the drier side in Greenland. Ilulissat averages only about 21 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Greenland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ilulissat, April may not be the ideal time to visit Greenland.

On average, the best time to visit Greenland is in June and July with generally tolerable weather in Ilulissat. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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