Climate Overview
The climate in Narsarsuaq Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 1212mm of precipitation falls per year. Narsarsuaq Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Narsarsuaq 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 -13°C. Narsarsuaq Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Narsarsuaq Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 9°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Narsarsuaq Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1212mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 143mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 68mm. That's 74mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Narsarsuaq Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 741cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 121cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Narsarsuaq Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 1km/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
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Narsarsuaq Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Narsarsuaq 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 12°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -13°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 248mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 4 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 316mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -9 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 367mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Expect around 221cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -13 to -5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 281mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Expect around 272cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Narsarsuaq 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.
