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Temperature in Greenland in May

May in Greenland has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Nord with -7°C to low temperatures in Kangerlussuaq with 7°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Kangerlussuaq and -12°C in Nord.

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

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Greenland, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in May in Greenland?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Kangerlussuaq clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 7°C, and evenings that remain near -2°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in Greenland?
    • Our database indicates that in May, Nord is the city with the coolest temperatures in Greenland. You can expect daytime highs of -7°C and nighttime lows close to -12°C.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 4°C in Nuuk this month, so not the best month to swim.

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