Greenland

Greenland Weather in November

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

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Ilulissat Narsaq Kulusuk Sisimiut

Considering a trip to Greenland this November and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Greenland in November

Greenland offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In November, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to cold, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Nord at -20°C (-4°F) and cold in Ittoqqortoormiit at 5°C (41°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -25°C (-13°F) in Nord. In many regions in Greenland, November is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Greenland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kangerlussuaq with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to heavy snowfall in PrChristianSund with 208 mm (8.2 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Greenland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ilulissat)

January-12°C (10°F) February-13°C (9°F) March-11°C (12°F) April-4°C (25°F) May5°C (41°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August12°C (54°F) September7°C (45°F) October-1°C (30°F) November-6°C (21°F) December-9°C (16°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Greenland.

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 November for some of the most popular destinations in Greenland?

Temperature range in Greenland (November)

Precipitation variation in Greenland (November)

Ilulissat

In November Ilulissat generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly snowfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ilulissat →

Kangerlussuaq

In November Kangerlussuaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C (18°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
Monthly snowfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kangerlussuaq →

Narsaq

In November Narsaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
101 mm (4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Narsaq →

Kulusuk

In November Kulusuk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
11 hours
0 hours
Monthly snowfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kulusuk →

Tasiilaq

In November Tasiilaq 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
11 hours
0 hours
Monthly snowfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tasiilaq →

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ilulissat -6°C (21°F) -14°C (7°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Narsaq -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Kulusuk 0°C (32°F) -4°C (25°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Sisimiut -5°C (23°F) -10°C (14°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Danmarkshavn -14°C (7°F) -20°C (-4°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Ittoqqortoormiit 5°C (41°F) 2°C (36°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Greenland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greenland in November?

November in Greenland brings poor weather. In Ilulissat, daytime temperatures are typically around -6°C (21°F) and nighttime lows hover near -14°C (7°F).

What is the average temperature in Greenland in November?

Average temperatures in Greenland during November range from a nighttime low near -14°C (7°F) to a daytime high around -6°C (21°F) in Ilulissat.

Does Greenland get a lot of snow in November?

Not particularly. Ilulissat averages just 30 mm (1.2 in) of snow in November, making it a mostly dry month for Greenland.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Greenland?

In our view, November might not be the best time to travel to Greenland with often poor weather in Ilulissat.

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

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