See the northern lights
The northern lights, polar light or Aarora Borealis is a true spectacle of nature! Green, sometimes purple, red and yellow streaks of light colors the dark skies.
January in Kangerlussuaq brings very low temperatures, with highs of -15°C (5°F) and nights dropping to -23°C (-9°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 14 mm (0.6 in).
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kangerlussuaq. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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49-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kangerlussuaq typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around -15°C (5°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -24°C (-11°F) to -19°C (-2°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kangerlussuaq spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 24 years of weather records for Kangerlussuaq, the following extremes were recorded between 2001 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Greenland in January →
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).
Winter clothing is essential for visiting Kangerlussuaq in January. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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See the northern lights
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