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Qaqortoq, Greenland
Kujalleq · Greenland
Qaqortoq is a small town in Kujalleq, Greenland with a population of 3,224. Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Qaqortoq
Qaqortoq, also known as Julianehåb, is the capital city of the Kujalleq municipality in southern Greenland, located near Cape Thorvaldsen. With a population of 3,069 in 2025, it is the most populous town in Kujalleq and the fourth most in Greenland.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,224 |
| Population Density | 440 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7184°, -46.0356° |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
| Country | 🇬🇱 Greenland |
| State / Province | Kujalleq |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (894 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.1 inches (49 cm) |
About Qaqortoq
Qaqortoq is a small town in Greenland (Kujalleq) with a population of 3,224. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is America/Nuuk.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.7°F |
| 38% below Greenland avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 440/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7184°N, 46.0356°W |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.7 in |
Qaqortoq has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 21°F in January to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Qaqortoq
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasersuup Atuarfia | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Qaqortoq
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 Qaqortoq
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Qaqortoq
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Qaqortoq
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Qaqortoq
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Qaqortoq
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Qaqortoq
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Qaqortoq
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Qaqortoq
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Qaqortoq
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Qaqortoq
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Narsarsuaq Airport | UAK | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Qaqortoq
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Frelserens Kirke | |
| Gertrud Rask | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
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Public Holidays in Greenland
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Qaqortoq?
Qaqortoq has a population of 3,224 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 440 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Qaqortoq?
Qaqortoq has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.