Normal weather for Greenland in August
It's cold in August in Greenland with an average temperature of -2°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -5°C to a high of 1°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -13°C and -7°C.
In August, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,3 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Greenland in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-2°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
1°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
-5°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
43 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
6,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
4 days | 0 days | |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Greenland with very cold temperatures, averaging around -1°C during the day and nights close to -9°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry. Wear a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at -1°C, with nights close to -7°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Wear a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Greenland will be around -2°C, with nights close to -9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Temperature records for Greenland in August
With 19°C, Greenland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -23°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -32°C to a high of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Greenland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Greenland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Greenland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Greenland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Greenland.
Daily Snowfall in August in Greenland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Greenland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV Index in August in Greenland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Greenland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Greenland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Greenland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Greenland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Greenland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Greenland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Greenland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in August for Greenland
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Average Weather in Greenland by Month
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