May · Greenland
Best time to visit Nuuk in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nuuk in May
Average temperature -1°C, 49 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.2/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -1°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
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 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.
May in Nuuk tops the year's climate scores
At -1°C (31°F) this is proper winter weather in May: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
49 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 18 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Nuuk at 6.2/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. 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 May?
- In May, Nuuk averages -1°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. 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 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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