Greenland in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Greenland in august 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of august for most popular cities in Greenland. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of august from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in august in Nuuk
bad weather 17.4cm
Weather at 6am
47°F
Clear/Sunny
33% of time
26%
18%
12%
Weather at 12pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
36% of time
28%
14%
12%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
36% of time
27%
13%
13%
Weather at 3am
47°F
34%
23%
15%
15%
Where to go in Greenland in august?
Where to go in Greenland in august: destination map
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Where should you go in Greenland in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Greenland in august ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
This month is not the best month to spend holidays in Greenland. The climate in Ilulissat, Nuuk, Upernavik, Sisimiut, Aasiaat, Narsaq, Qasigiannguit, Paamiut, Maniitsoq and Qaqortoq is bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk being faced with rain very frequently.
But it gets worse: around the cities of Ilulissat, Nuuk, Upernavik, Sisimiut, Aasiaat, Narsaq, Qasigiannguit, Paamiut, Maniitsoq and Qaqortoq and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to go to these areas in august.
Climate in Greenland in august
Climate in Nuuk in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Nuuk is 49°F (maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 45°F). The climate is fairly cool there in the month of august, but it is livable by dressing cosy. With 4.6in over 6 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With an unfavorable weather, the month of august is not recommended month to go in that area in Greenland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 40°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 16:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Aasiaat in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Aasiaat is 43°F (maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is rather cool in this location in this month, but it is livable by dressing warm. With 3.1in over 4 days, you will experience some showers throughout your holidays. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad climate, august is not recommended month to go in that area in Greenland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (14%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 16 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 17:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Ilulissat in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Ilulissat is 43°F (maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is quite cold in that area in august. Plan to cover you well! With about 2.8in over 4 days,
it rains very little for your trip.
With a bad weather, the month of august is not the best time to go there in Greenland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 16 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 17:50 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Qaqortoq in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 45°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is fairly cold around this city in the month of august, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 6.4in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your journey. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad weather, the month of august is not recommended month to go in Qaqortoq.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 38°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 15:45 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Sisimiut in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 49°F). The climate is relatively cold around this city in august, but it is bearable by dressing cosy. With 3in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your stay. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, august is not the best time to go in Sisimiut.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 17:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
All cities in Greenland in august
| Nuuk in august | bad weather |
| Aasiaat in august | very bad weather |
| Ilulissat in august | very bad weather |
| Qaqortoq in august | very bad weather |
| Sisimiut in august | bad weather |
| Maniitsoq in august | bad weather |
| Narsaq in august | very bad weather |
| Paamiut in august | bad weather |
| Qasigiannguit in august | very bad weather |
| Upernavik in august | very bad weather |
| Illoqortormiut in august | very bad weather |
| Tasiilaq in august | very bad weather |
Weather data for Greenland in august:
Weather data for Greenland in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Greenland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Greenland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Greenland.