August · Greenland
Best time to visit Nuuk in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nuuk in August
Average temperature 5°C, 98 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 98 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Nuuk scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 5°C, 98 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nuuk combines Greenland's museums, restaurants, architecture, and working harbor with immediate access to mountains and an immense fjord system.
August in Nuuk — workable with trade-offs
Expect 5°C (42°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 98 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.2/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 6.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nuuk in August?
- In August, Nuuk averages 5°C, 98 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Nuuk?
- August earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nuuk in August?
- Expect about 98 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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