July · Greenland
Best time to visit Nuuk in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nuuk in July
Average temperature 6°C, 95 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 95 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Nuuk scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 6°C, 95 mm of rain, and roughly 19 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.
July in Nuuk — middling scores, decent value
July averages 6°C (43°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 95 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 19.3 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.9/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 6.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nuuk in July?
- In July, Nuuk averages 6°C, 95 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Nuuk?
- July earns a 5.9/10 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 July?
- Expect about 95 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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