Greenland

Greenland Weather in October

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

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Ilulissat Narsaq Kulusuk Sisimiut

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

What to Expect in Greenland in October

The weather in Greenland in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Nord at -14°C (7°F) to cold in Ittoqqortoormiit at 7°C (45°F). At night it cools down to 4°C (39°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -20°C (-4°F) in Nord. In many regions in Greenland, October 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 October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kangerlussuaq with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to heavy snowfall in PrChristianSund with 180 mm (7.1 in).

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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) July14°C (57°F) This monthAugust12°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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Greenland?

Temperature range in Greenland (October)

Precipitation variation in Greenland (October)

Ilulissat

In October Ilulissat generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ilulissat →

Kangerlussuaq

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly snowfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kangerlussuaq →

Narsaq

In October Narsaq generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Narsaq →

Kulusuk

In October Kulusuk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
54 hours
11 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kulusuk →

Tasiilaq

In October Tasiilaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
54 hours
11 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Tasiilaq →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ilulissat -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Narsaq 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Kulusuk 2°C (36°F) -2°C (28°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Sisimiut 0°C (32°F) -5°C (23°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Danmarkshavn -10°C (14°F) -15°C (5°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Ittoqqortoormiit 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Greenland weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greenland in October?

Expect less favorable weather across Greenland in October. The popular destination of Ilulissat averages -1°C (30°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Greenland in October?

Ilulissat averages a daytime maximum of -1°C (30°F) in October, with overnight lows close to -8°C (18°F).

Does Greenland get a lot of snow in October?

Not particularly. Ilulissat averages just 38 mm (1.5 in) of snow in October, making it a mostly dry month for Greenland.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Greenland?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Ilulissat, October may not be the ideal time to visit Greenland.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly good weather in Ilulissat. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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