August Rainfall and Precipitation in Greenland

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Greenland in August.

Greenland experiences in August precipitation ranging from a moderate 33 mm (1.3 in) in Danmarkshavn to a high 139 mm (5.5 in) in PrChristianSund. During August, summer is in full swing. If you're planning to visit during August, be prepared for the highest rainfall of the year in Greenland.

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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Greenland precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Greenland receive in August?

Rainfall in Ilulissat during August is on the lighter side, averaging about 49 mm (1.9 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Greenland in August?

On average, Ilulissat has about 8 days days of rain in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Greenland?

Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Greenland.

What is the wettest city in August in Greenland?

Looking at our data, PrChristianSund tops the wettest-cities list in Greenland for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 139 mm (5.5 in).

What is the driest city in August in Greenland?

Based on our database, Danmarkshavn sees the least snow/rainfall in Greenland in August, with around 33 mm (1.3 in) on average.

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