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Upernavik, Greenland
Avannaata · Greenland
Upernavik is a small town in Avannaata, Greenland with a population of 1,129. Average temperature: 18°F (-8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Upernavik
Upernavik is a small town in the Avannaata municipality in northwestern Greenland, located on a small island of the same name. With 1,067 inhabitants as of 2025, it is the twelfth-largest town in Greenland. It contains the Upernavik Museum.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,129 |
| Population Density | 693 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 72.7836°, -56.1493° |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
| Country | 🇬🇱 Greenland |
| State / Province | Avannaata |
| Average Temperature | 18°F (-8°C) |
| January Average | -0°F (-18°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.9 inches (251 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.6 inches (19 cm) |
About Upernavik
Upernavik is a small town in Greenland (Avannaata) with a population of 1,129. The average annual temperature is 18°F (-8°C). Temperatures range from -0°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.9 inches. The timezone is America/Nuuk.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 17.7°F |
| 67% below Greenland avg | |
| January Average | -0°F (-18°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 693/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 72.7836°N, 56.1493°W |
| Timezone | America/Nuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0°F (-18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | -5°F (-21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | -6°F (-21°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| April | 6°F (-14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 35°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.9 in |
Upernavik has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from -6°F in March to 42°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.5") and March the driest (0.3").
Schools in Upernavik
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majoriaq Upernavik | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Upernavik
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Upernavik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upernavik Museum |
Gyms in Upernavik
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Upernavik
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Upernavik Airport | JUV | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Upernavik
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tele-Post Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upernavik
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Upernavik | |
| Upernavik Old church |
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What is the population of Upernavik?
Upernavik has a population of 1,129 residents and is located in Greenland. The population density is 693 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upernavik?
Upernavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F (-8°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.9 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.