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Nanortalik, Greenland
Kujalleq · Greenland
Nanortalik is a small town in Kujalleq, Greenland with a population of 1,185. Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nanortalik
Nanortalik, formerly Nennortalik, is a town in Nanortalik Island, Kujalleq municipality, southern Greenland. With 1,072 inhabitants as of 2024, it is the eleventh-largest town in the country. The name Nanortalik means "Place of Polar Bears" or "Place Where the Polar Bears Go". It is the southernmost town in Greenland with a population of over 1,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,185 |
| Population Density | 297 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.1417°, -45.2407° |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
| Country | 🇬🇱 Greenland |
| State / Province | Kujalleq |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,030 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.4 inches (49 cm) |
About Nanortalik
Nanortalik is a small town in Greenland (Kujalleq) with a population of 1,185. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is America/Nuuk.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.5°F |
| 34% below Greenland avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 297/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.1417°N, 45.2407°W |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.1 in |
Nanortalik has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 26°F in February to 45°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and May the driest (1.9").
Schools in Nanortalik
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanortallip Atuarfia | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Nanortalik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanortalik Open-Air Museum |
Hotels in Nanortalik
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nanortalik
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nanortalik
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Inuunerup Nutaap Oqaluffia Nanortalik | |
| Nanortalik Oqaluffia |
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What is the population of Nanortalik?
Nanortalik has a population of 1,185 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 297 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nanortalik?
Nanortalik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 19.4 inches of snow.