Ilulissat weather in August (Greenland)

Curious about the August weather in Ilulissat? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Ilulissat generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Ilulissat in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ilulissat climate page with graphs.

 

Ilulissat, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

Where to go in Greenland in August

Find out more about the weather in Greenland in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ilulissat in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
3/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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