Climate Overview
The climate in Qasigiannguit is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 310mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 45mm of rainfall. Qasigiannguit 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 159cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Qasigiannguit vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 9°C with a mean of 7°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Qasigiannguit is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 310mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 45mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 10mm. That's 35mm 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 159cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.
Wind
Qasigiannguit 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 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 Qasigiannguit, which began on June 21, 2026. Qasigiannguit 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 9°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 -15 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 66mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. 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 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 101mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. 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 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 44cm 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 -6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 59cm 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 Qasigiannguit 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.
