When is the best time to go to Ilulissat?

When is the best time to go to Ilulissat? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The coldest months are February and March
  • August is the rainiest month


Annual weather in Ilulissat

For full information about the climate and weather in Ilulissat a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 4°F/11°F
1in
February -2°F/7°F
0.7in
March -0°F/11°F
0.9in
April 13°F/23°F
1.3in
May 27°F/34°F
1.4in
June 40°F/43°F
1in
July 43°F/49°F
1.7in
August 41°F/45°F
2.8in
September 31°F/38°F
1.7in
October 22°F/27°F
1.8in
November 11°F/18°F
1.9in
December 7°F/14°F
1.6in


Weather and climate in Ilulissat

Ilulissat enjoys a tundra climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Ilulissat is 27°F (ranging from 7°F in february to 49°F in july). Annual rainfall is 17.5in, with a minimum of 0.7in in february and a maximum of 2.8in in august.
  • From january to june the climate is very bad. It is for example 43°F as maximum temperature in june and you can expect to have 1in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between the months of july and august the climate is bad. It is for example 45°F as maximum temperature in august and you can expect to have 2.8in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between september and december the climate is very unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 9°F.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Ilulissat

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Ilulissat: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Ilulissat

Find out when Ilulissat has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Ilulissat

  • Very low season in Ilulissat
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
  • Low season in Ilulissat
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: September.
  • High season in Ilulissat
    The number of visitors to Ilulissat is high in: June and August.
  • Peak season in Ilulissat
    The largest number of tourists visiting Ilulissat is during: July.

Figure: Visitor index for Ilulissat month by month



Best time for low prices in Ilulissat

Average prices of hotels in Ilulissat month by month

Generally, December is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Ilulissat. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, July is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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