Climate Overview
The climate in Ilulissat Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 331mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 43mm of rainfall. Ilulissat Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 183cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ilulissat Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 10°C with a mean of 8°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ilulissat Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 331mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 43mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 11mm. That's 31mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 183cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.
Wind
Ilulissat Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Ilulissat Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Ilulissat Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 10°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -16 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 68mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -9 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 59cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -18 to -7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 68mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ilulissat Airport 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.
