May · Greenland
Best time to visit Qaqortoq in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Qaqortoq in May
Average temperature 2°C, 88 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 88 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Qaqortoq scores 5.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 2°C, 88 mm of rain, and roughly 21 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.
May in Qaqortoq — workable with trade-offs
May averages 2°C (35°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Rainfall runs 88 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 17 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.6/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 6.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Qaqortoq in May?
- In May, Qaqortoq averages 2°C, 88 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Qaqortoq?
- May earns a 5.6/10 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 May?
- Expect about 88 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Qaqortoq
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Qaqortoq
Qaqortoq, Greenland. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.