July · Greenland
Best time to visit Qaqortoq in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Qaqortoq in July
Average temperature 6°C, 90 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
6.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Qaqortoq scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 6°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Qaqortoq is a compact South Greenland town of colorful hillside homes, public stone art, Norse history, and boat access to farms and hot springs.
July: the best month of the year in Qaqortoq
Expect 6°C (43°F) in July. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 18 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Qaqortoq at 6.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
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. 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 Qaqortoq in July?
- In July, Qaqortoq averages 6°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Qaqortoq?
- July earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Qaqortoq in July?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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