Paamiut, Greenland
Sermersooq · Greenland
Paamiut is a small town in Sermersooq, Greenland with a population of 1,308. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Paamiut
Paamiut, also known as Frederikshåb, is a town in southwestern Greenland in the Sermersooq municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,308 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.9940°, -49.6678° |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
| Country | 🇬🇱 Greenland |
| State / Province | Sermersooq |
| Average Temperature | 32°F (0°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.5 inches (977 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 21.5 inches (55 cm) |
About Paamiut
Paamiut is a small town in Greenland (Sermersooq) with a population of 1,308. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is America/Nuuk.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.3°F |
| 40% below Greenland avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.9940°N, 49.6678°W |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.7 in |
Paamiut has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 20°F in January to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Paamiut
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majoriaq | - | - | - | - |
| Folkeskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Imarsionermik ilinniarfik | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paamiut
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Paamiut
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paamiut Museum |
Hotels in Paamiut
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paamiut
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Paamiut
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paamiut Airport | JFR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Paamiut
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tele-Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paamiut
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Paamiut |
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Waterfalls Near Paamiut
5 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Paamiut.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Atarnup Qorlortorsua | |
| Qorlortoq | |
| Qorlortoq | |
| Qorlortorsuaq | |
| Taateraarunnerit Kuussuat |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greenland
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What is the population of Paamiut?
Paamiut has a population of 1,308 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paamiut?
Paamiut 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 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 21.5 inches of snow.
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