September · Greenland
Best time to visit Qaqortoq in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Qaqortoq in September
Average temperature 5°C, 139 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
3.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Qaqortoq scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 2 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.
September in Qaqortoq — the hardest end of the year
September averages 5°C (41°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
At 139 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 3.9/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 6.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? July scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Qaqortoq in September?
- In September, Qaqortoq averages 5°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Qaqortoq?
- September earns a 3.9/10 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 September?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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