October Weather in Nuuk

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nuuk, Greenland, during October is characterized by an average temperature of 0°C (32°F). Highs can soar to 10°C (50°F), while lows may dip to -9°C (16°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nuuk throughout October hovers around 85%.

-9°C (16°F)

Minimum temperature

0°C (32°F)

Average temperature

10°C (50°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In October, Nuuk averages 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 9 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 6 hours 0 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 55% probability of sunny days during this period.

70 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

6 hours 0 minutes

Sunshine hours

55%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In October, the UV Index in Nuuk reaches a maximum of 2, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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