Tasiilaq, Greenland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Tasiilaq
- Important essentials for Tasiilaq
- Tasiilaq in January: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in February: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in March: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in April: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in May: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in June: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in July: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in August: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in September: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in October: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in November: weather and what to pack
- Tasiilaq in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Tasiilaq, Greenland
Based on the climate and weather in Tasiilaq, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Tasiilaq, Greenland
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tasiilaq, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, E, F and K. This one is sufficent for most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Tasiilaq. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- Appropriate museum wear
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Ammassalik visitors will do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Tasiilaq, Greenland by month
January
January in Tasiilaq can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 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 70% to 80% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Scarf our favorite
- Fleeces
- Coveralls; here are some of the best choices:
- Gloves
- Pajamas
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Lip balm
- Thermal undergarments. We chose:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Heavy sweaters:
February
February for Tasiilaq is biting cold. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Pajamas
- Coveralls; here are some of our favorites:
- Heavy sweaters:
- Fleeces
- Thermal undergarments. We love:
- Scarf our favorite
- Lip balm
- Gloves
- Insulated boots. We use:
March
March in Tasiilaq is biting cold. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters.
During this time, temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Coveralls; here are some of the best values:
- Gloves
- Fleeces
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Scarf our favorite
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Pajamas
- Heavy sweaters:
- Lip balm
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Thermal undergarments. We love:
April
Traveling to Tasiilaq in April, you will notice that it is frigid. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Heavy jacket
- Gloves or mittens
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Insulated water bottle
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Sweaters
- Cold weather footwear
May
May in Tasiilaq is frigid. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Warm pants or jeans
- Fleeces
- Standard footwear
June
If you go to Tasiilaq in June, you will notice that it can be brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light gloves or mittens
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
July
If you visit Tasiilaq during July, you may see that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C).
Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Standard footwear
August
August in Tasiilaq is brisk. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Light gloves or mittens
- Standard footwear
September
September in Tasiilaq can be brisk. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) to low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Warm pants or jeans
- Fleeces
- Standard footwear
October
October in Tasiilaq is frigid. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Gloves or mittens
- Heavy jacket
- Insulated water bottle
- Sweaters
- Cold weather footwear
November
November in Tasiilaq is freezing. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Sweaters
- Insulated water bottle
- Gloves or mittens
- Heavy jacket
- Cold weather footwear
December
December can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Fleeces
- Gloves
- Scarf our favorite
- Coveralls; here are some of the best values:
- Lip balm
- Pajamas
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Thermal undergarments. Our picks:
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Heavy sweaters:
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