Temperature in Greenland in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Greenland this January.

Greenland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -24°C (-11°F) in Nord to 3°C (37°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -30°C (-22°F) in Nord. During January, winter is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Greenland in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Greenland on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Greenland temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Greenland in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) in Ilulissat. That makes January a very low month for Greenland.

How cold does it get at night in Greenland in January?

Ilulissat sees nighttime lows close to -19°C (-2°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Greenland?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Ittoqqortoormiit is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 3°C (37°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to -1°C (30°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Greenland?

In our database, Nord is the chilliest city in January in Greenland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at -24°C (-11°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -30°C (-22°F).

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 1°C (34°F) in Nuuk this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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