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When to go · Upernavik

Upernavik in September

Good month. Outside the best window (Jun–Aug (kayaking, sailing, bird watching; sea ice recedes)). Across Greenland: Autumn colour on the tundra, northern lights and the last boat trips.

Key facts

Verdict
Good
Temperature
5°C (41°F) / −2°C (28°F)
average high / low
Rain days
8
Crowds
Medium
Greenland overall
Prices
Medium
Greenland overall

Verdict

GoodGreenland month rating

Outside the best window (Jun–Aug (kayaking, sailing, bird watching; sea ice recedes)). Across Greenland: Autumn colour on the tundra, northern lights and the last boat trips.

Is another month better than September?

September is rated good. These months rate higher:

Weather in September

Long-term averages
  • UpernavikHighs around 5 °C (41 °F), lows around -2 °C (28 °F), rain on about 8 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Greenland overall
Medium
Prices · Greenland overall
Medium

Greenland overall: Autumn colour on the tundra, northern lights and the last boat trips.

Compare two months

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Upernavik, side by side.

  • Verdict

    Sep: Good

    Jun: Great (better)

  • Daytime high

    Sep: 5 °C (41 °F)

    Jun: 8 °C (46 °F)

  • Night low

    Sep: -2 °C (28 °F)

    Jun: 0 °C (32 °F)

  • Rain days

    Sep: 8 (better)

    Jun: 9

  • Crowds

    Sep: Medium

    Jun: Medium

  • Prices

    Sep: Medium

    Jun: High

  • Festivals listed

    Sep: 0

    Jun: 1

September: Outside the best window (Jun–Aug (kayaking, sailing, bird watching; sea ice recedes)). Across Greenland: Autumn colour on the tundra, northern lights and the last boat trips.

June: Inside Upernavik's best window: Jun–Aug (kayaking, sailing, bird watching; sea ice recedes).

Upernavik: figures are long-term averages from this guide, not a forecast.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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