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Narsaq, Greenland

Kujalleq · Greenland

Narsaq is a small town in Kujalleq, Greenland with a population of 1,346. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,346 Population 184/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
32°F Avg Temperature 0°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
America / Nuuk Timezone

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About Narsaq

Narsaq Kujalleq Heliport or Narsarmijit Heliport is a heliport in Narsaq Kujalleq, a village in the Kujalleq municipality in southern Greenland. The heliport is considered a helistop, and is served by Air Greenland as part of a government contract.

People

Population1,346
Density184/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (0°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Population1,346
Population Density184 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates60.9130°, -46.0506°
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk
Country🇬🇱 Greenland
State / ProvinceKujalleq
Average Temperature32°F (0°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.4 inches (47 cm)

About Narsaq

Narsaq is a small town in Greenland (Kujalleq) with a population of 1,346. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/Nuuk.

Narsaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average32.1°F
41% below Greenland avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates60.9130°N, 46.0506°W
TimezoneAmerica/Nuuk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Greenland avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 9, 2024.

Oct 14, 1998 91 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M5.0 111 km
Jan 6, 2023 western Greenland M4.7 111 km
Jan 27, 2022 88 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.6 108 km
Apr 11, 2013 94 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.6 116 km
Jan 19, 2022 95 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.6 115 km
Oct 25, 2012 90 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.6 116 km
Sep 22, 2022 97 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.5 102 km
Jan 21, 2013 99 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.5 114 km
Jan 15, 2022 97 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.5 111 km
Nov 8, 2013 109 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.4 115 km
Aug 9, 2024 89 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.4 113 km
Aug 30, 2016 116 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.3 127 km
Nov 8, 1998 85 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.3 98 km
Jan 6, 2023 87 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.3 112 km
Jan 18, 2022 91 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.3 110 km
Mar 13, 2022 81 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.3 102 km
Jan 15, 2022 Kujalleq, Greenland M4.1 106 km
Jun 25, 2018 99 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M4.0 112 km
Jul 9, 1998 87 km NE of Nanortalik, Greenland M3.9 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.4 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
May 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
July 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
October 33°F (1°C) 3.3 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.6 in

Narsaq has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 20°F in January to 45°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Narsaq

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Narsap Atuarfia
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Radio Stations near Narsaq

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Narsaq

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Forstanderskabshus - Qaqortup Katersugaasivia / Qaqortoq Museum
Qaqortup Katersugaasivia / Qaqortoq Museum
Saffiorfikoq / Nordbo Museum / Norse Museum - Qaqortup Katersugaasivia / Qaqortoq Museum
Telekoq / Tele Museum - Qaqortup Katersugaasivia / Qaqortoq Museum

Hotels in Narsaq

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Narsaq
Hotel Perlen

Monuments in Narsaq

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Landnám Farm

Gas Stations in Narsaq

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nanco
Polar Oil

Airports Near Narsaq

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Narsarsuaq AirportUAKMedium Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Narsaq

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Kujataa Greenland: Norse and Inuit Farming at the Edge of the Ice CapCultural2017

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UFO Sightings
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Nuuk
Elevation
25 m (82 ft)
Founded
1830
Postal Code
3921
Website
narsaq.gl
Twinned With
Akureyri, Gladsaxe Municipality, Vigo

🇬🇱 About Greenland

Capital Nuuk
Population 56,025
Area 2,166,086 km²
GDP (USD) $3,326,543,974
GDP per capita $58,499
HDI 0.860
Life expectancy 71.6 years
Urban population 88.1%
Currency DKK (Krone)
Languages Greenlandic
Calling code +299
TLD .gl
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Narsaq

Kujataa Greenland: Norse and Inuit Farming at the Edge of the Ice Cap
Cultural · inscribed 2017
Kujataa is a subarctic farming landscape located in the southern region of Greenland. It bears witness to the cultural histories of the Norse farmer-hunters who started arriving from Iceland in the 10th century and of the Inuit hunters and Inuit farming commun...

Public Holidays in Greenland

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ukiortaaq
Jan 6 Epiphany Kunngit pingasut ulluat
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Sisamanngortoq illernartoq
Apr 3 Good Friday Tallimanngorneq tannaartoq
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Poorskip ullua
Apr 6 Easter Monday Poorskip-aappaa
May 1 General Prayer Day Tussiarfik
May 14 Ascension Day Qilaliarfik
May 15 Bank closing day Atuanngiffik
May 24 Pentecost Piinsi
May 25 Whit Monday Piinsip-aappaa
Jun 21 Ullortuneq Ullortuneq
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Juulliaraq
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juullip ullua
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Juullip-aappaa
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Ukiutoqaq

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Frequently Asked Questions About Narsaq

What is the population of Narsaq?

Narsaq has a population of 1,346 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 184 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Narsaq?

Narsaq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

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