Greenland travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Greenland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Greenland.

Greenland travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Greenland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Greenland - quick facts
Time difference UK -1 to -4 hours
Language(s) Greenlandic, Danish
Currency Danish Krone
Electricity C + E + F + K plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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Greenland weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
23°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Nuuk23
23°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Nuuk23
23°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Nuuk23
30°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Nuuk30
37°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Nuuk37
46°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Nuuk46
50°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Nuuk50
50°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Nuuk50
43°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Nuuk43
34°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Nuuk34
28°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Nuuk28
25°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Nuuk25
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
14 days with some rainfall in January in Nuuk14
12 days with some rainfall in February in Nuuk12
15 days with some rainfall in March in Nuuk15
12 days with some rainfall in April in Nuuk12
12 days with some rainfall in May in Nuuk12
10 days with some rainfall in June in Nuuk10
12 days with some rainfall in July in Nuuk12
12 days with some rainfall in August in Nuuk12
14 days with some rainfall in September in Nuuk14
14 days with some rainfall in October in Nuuk14
14 days with some rainfall in November in Nuuk14
14 days with some rainfall in December in Nuuk14
Sea temperature °F
30°F sea temperature in January in Nuuk30
30°F sea temperature in February in Nuuk30
30°F sea temperature in March in Nuuk30
30°F sea temperature in April in Nuuk30
32°F sea temperature in May in Nuuk32
34°F sea temperature in June in Nuuk34
36°F sea temperature in July in Nuuk36
39°F sea temperature in August in Nuuk39
39°F sea temperature in September in Nuuk39
36°F sea temperature in October in Nuuk36
34°F sea temperature in November in Nuuk34
32°F sea temperature in December in Nuuk32

The Greenland weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Nuuk.

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Greenland travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Greenland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Greenland.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Greenland travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Greenland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Greenland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Greenland FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Greenland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Greenland?

Greenland is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Greenland.

Check out Board of Health, Greenland for more information.

What is the time difference between Greenland and the UK?

The time difference between Greenland and the UK is UK time-1 to UK time-4 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Greenland?

The main languages spoken in Greenland are Greenlandic and Danish.

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What is the currency in Greenland?

The currency in Greenland is the Danish Krone (DKK).

Which plugs are used in Greenland?

Greenland uses electrical plug type C + E + F + K (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Greenland?

They drive on the right side of the road in Greenland.

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