Temperature in Greenland in October

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

Greenland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in October ranging from -14°C (7°F) in Nord to 7°C (45°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -20°C (-4°F) in Nord.

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

To get a sense of October'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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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in October

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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 October: blue is cold, red is hot.

Greenland temperatures in October: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Greenland in October?

Daytime temperatures in Ilulissat typically peak at -1°C (30°F) in October, putting it in the very low range.

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

Nighttime temperatures in Ilulissat typically drop to around -8°C (18°F) in October.

What is the warmest city in October in Greenland?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Ittoqqortoormiit clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 7°C (45°F), and evenings that remain near 4°C (39°F).

What is the coldest city in October in Greenland?

When looking through our records, we find that Nord stands out as the coolest city in Greenland for the month of October. Daytime highs average -14°C (7°F) and it cools down to about -20°C (-4°F) at night.

What is the water temperature in October?

The water temperature averages approximately 1°C (34°F) in PrChristianSund this month, so not the best month to swim.

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