Climate Overview
The climate in Maniitsoq Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -2°C and approximately 919mm of precipitation falls per year. Maniitsoq Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Maniitsoq 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, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Maniitsoq Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Maniitsoq Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 24°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. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Maniitsoq Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 919mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 108mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 39mm. That's 69mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Maniitsoq Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 511cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 93cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Maniitsoq Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Maniitsoq Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Maniitsoq 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 -14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -11 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 214mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 224mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Expect around 143cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 191mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Expect around 184cm 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 Maniitsoq 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.
