September · Greenland
Best time to visit Nuuk in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nuuk in September
Average temperature 4°C, 146 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
3.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 146 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Nuuk scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 146 mm of rain, and roughly 1 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.
September in Nuuk: expect compromises
At 4°C (39°F) this is proper winter weather in September: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
146 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 3.5/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 6.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Nuuk — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nuuk in September?
- In September, Nuuk averages 4°C, 146 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Nuuk?
- September earns a 3.5/10 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 September?
- Expect about 146 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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