Climate Insights for Tasiilaq

The climate in Tasiilaq is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 1,361 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tasiilaq receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tasiilaq is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Tasiilaq experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Tasiilaq is cold. The average annual temperature is 31°F and approximately 53.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Tasiilaq receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tasiilaq is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°F. Tasiilaq experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Tasiilaq sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -8°C to 7°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 7°C with a mean of 6°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Tasiilaq sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°F to 45°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 45°F with a mean of 42°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 21°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Tasiilaq is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,361 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 143 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 79 mm. That's 64 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Tasiilaq receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 750cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 134cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Tasiilaq is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.1 in. That's 2.5 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Tasiilaq receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 295in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 53in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Tasiilaq is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 15km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 21km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Tasiilaq is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tasiilaq based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tasiilaq based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.