Monthly climate averages for Narsaq, Greenland. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Dfc Subarctic
Climate OverviewNarsaq, Greenland in May has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.4°C (42°F). Sea temperature stays cool at 1.1°C (34°F).
This month falls at the end of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.
Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 4°C (38°F) at the start to 7°C (45°F) by month's end.
May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 68 mm across the month.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 30th, averaging 7.9°C (46°F).
Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Cold daytime highs of 5°C (42°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.
Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.
Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6°C / -12°C | -11°C / -17°C | 12days (92 mm) Wet | 2.4h Poor | 58% Moderate | 0.6 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | -7°C / -13°C | -11°C / -18°C | 10days (73 mm) Wet | 4.8h Fair | 58% Moderate | 1.4 Low | Poor | View Details |
| March | -3°C / -9°C | -7°C / -13°C | 9days (67 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 62% Muggy | 3.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 2°C / -3°C | -1°C / -7°C | 9days (60 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 74% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| May | 5°C / 0°C | 3°C / -3°C | 9days (67 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 78% Humid | 5.5 High | Poor | View Details |
| June best | 12°C / 5°C | 10°C / 3°C | 13days (114 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 78% Humid | 5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| July best | 14°C / 7°C | 13°C / 6°C | 11days (85 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 80% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| August best | 14°C / 7°C | 12°C / 6°C | 11days (105 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 4.4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| September | 9°C / 3°C | 7°C / 0°C | 11days (136 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 76% Humid | 2.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| October | 4°C / -2°C | 1°C / -6°C | 10days (71 mm) Wet | 6h Fair | 75% Muggy | 1.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
| November | -2°C / -8°C | -6°C / -13°C | 12days (128 mm) Wet | 2.9h Poor | 67% Muggy | 0.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | -5°C / -10°C | -9°C / -15°C | 10days (91 mm) Wet | 1.5h Poor | 57% Moderate | 0.3 Low | Poor | View Details |
Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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