Greenland has two different climates and is dominated by ET.
Classifications
| Classification | Count | Köppen-Geiger | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tundra climate | 55 | ET | Nuuk, Ilulissat, Upernavik, Kangerlussuaq, Kulusuk |
| Subarctic climate | 1 | Dfc | Narsarsuaq |
Nuuk
Nuuk
This is known as a tundra climate. It is very cold all year long. The Köppen-Geiger climate classification is ET. The mean yearly temperature recorded in Nuuk is -3.9 °C | 25.0 °F, as per the available data. Annually, approximately 851 mm | 33.5 inch of precipitation descends.
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Ilulissat
Ilulissat
The weather conditions prevailing in Ilulissat are characterized by a cold and moderate climate. It is noteworthy that Ilulissat experiences a considerable volume of precipitation throughout the year, including its least humid month. Köppen and Geiger classify this climate as Dfb. In Ilulissat, the average annual temperature is -5.4 °C | 22.2 °F. About 331 mm | 13.0 inch of precipitation falls annually.
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Upernavik
Upernavik
The region is characterized by a tundra climate, wherein the temperatures remain considerably low even during the warmest months. According to Köppen and Geiger, this climate is classified as ET. The mean yearly temperature recorded in Upernavik is -8.1 °C | 17.3 °F, as per the available data. The precipitation level on a yearly basis amounts to 390 mm | 15.4 inch as per the meteorological records.
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Kangerlussuaq
Kangerlussuaq
The climatic conditions in Kangerlussuaq are mostly characterized by a frigid and moderate climate. The precipitation levels in the city of Kangerlussuaq are noteworthy, as there is a considerable amount of rainfall even during months that typically experience dry weather. The climate is classified as Dfb according to Köppen and Geiger. In Kangerlussuaq, the mean yearly temperature amounts to -5.7 °C | 21.7 °F. Approximately 287 mm | 11.3 inch of rainfall occurs on a yearly basis.
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Kulusuk
Kulusuk
The region is characterized by a tundra climate, which implies that the temperatures remain exceptionally low even during the warmest months. According to Köppen and Geiger, this climate is classified as ET. The mean yearly temperature recorded in Kulusuk is -2.9 °C | 26.8 °F, as per the available data. The annual rainfall is 1417 mm | 55.8 inch.
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