Kangerlussuaq, Greenland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland? If you're planning to go to Kangerlussuaq, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kangerlussuaq
- Important essentials for Kangerlussuaq
- Activities for Kangerlussuaq
- Kangerlussuaq in January: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in February: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in March: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in April: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in May: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in June: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in July: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in August: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in September: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in October: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in November: weather and what to pack
- Kangerlussuaq in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Based on the climate and weather in Kangerlussuaq, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kangerlussuaq, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kangerlussuaq. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, E, F and K. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Kangerlussuaq, Greenland by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Kangerlussuaq in January, you will notice that it is biting cold. Daytime temperatures are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Neck warmer/ski mask
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Coveralls
We like:
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Thermal undergarments
Our favorites:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Thick pajamas
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Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Heated gloves
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Night cap
It's a good idea to wear a head protector at night here like this
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Goggles for eye protection
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Fleece for under jacket
February
February in this region is unbearably cold. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Heated gloves
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Thermal undergarments
We suggest:
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Neck warmer/cold weather face mask
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Thick pajamas
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Coveralls
We love:
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Night cap
It's vital to wear a head protector at night in this climate like this
March
March in Kangerlussuaq is unbearably cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits below 0 F (20+ below zero C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thick pajamas
-
Heated gloves
-
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
-
Neck gaiter/cold weather mask
-
Night cap
It's important to wear a head warmer at night here like this
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Coveralls
We like:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Fleece for under jacket
April
April in Kangerlussuaq is biting cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Heavy sweaters
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Lip balm
The best option: this
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Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Fleece inner layer
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Pajamas
May
May in this region can be brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
If you vacation in Kangerlussuaq during June, you may notice that it can be brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July in Kangerlussuaq is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
If you vacation in Kangerlussuaq during August, you are likely to find that it can be very chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September in this region can be brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
October in this region is frosty. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Pajamas
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Lip balm
The best choice: here
-
Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
November
November here can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Coveralls
We pick:
-
Thick pajamas
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Night cap
It's vital to wear a cap at night in this weather like this
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Heated gloves
-
Neck warmer/cold weather mask
December
December here can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Heated gloves
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Night cap
It's a good idea to wear a cap at night here like this
-
Thick pajamas
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Coveralls
We love:
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this
-
Neck warmer/cold weather face mask
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Insulated boots
The best value
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