May · Greenland
Best time to visit Nuuk in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
6.2/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -1°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Sunny days
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Nuuk scores 6.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around -1°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 27 sunny days this month.
Nuuk combines Greenland's museums, restaurants, architecture, and working harbor with immediate access to mountains and an immense fjord system.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nuuk in May?
- In May, Nuuk averages -1°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 27 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nuuk?
- May earns a 6.2/10 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 May?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 27 sunny days.
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