Climate of Qaasuitsup, Greenland
Area-weighted average across Qaasuitsup. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Qaasuitsup, a subdivision of Greenland, has a polar or high-altitude climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -31.1°C / -24°F in March to -3.4°C / 25.9°F in July, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in to 35 mm / 1.4 in depending on the season (274 mm / 10.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -28.8°C-19.8°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| February | -30.4°C-22.7°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| March | -31.1°C-24°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| April | -24°C-11.2°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| May | -13.5°C7.7°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| June | -6.2°C20.8°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| July | -3.4°C25.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| August | -5.6°C21.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| September | -11.3°C11.7°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| October | -18.7°C-1.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
| November | -24.3°C-11.7°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -26.7°C-16.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Qaasuitsup?
Qaasuitsup, Greenland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at -3.4°C / 25.9°F, and the driest is April at 12 mm / 0.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Qaasuitsup?
Qaasuitsup, Greenland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -31.1°C / -24°F in March to -3.4°C / 25.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 274 mm / 10.8 in, with the wettest month being August (35 mm / 1.4 in) and the driest April (12 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Qaasuitsup?
The hottest month in Qaasuitsup is July, with an area-wide average temperature of -3.4°C / 25.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Qaasuitsup?
The coldest month in Qaasuitsup is March, with an area-wide average temperature of -31.1°C / -24°F.
When does it rain most in Qaasuitsup?
The wettest month in Qaasuitsup is August, averaging about 35 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 12 mm / 0.5 in.