🇺🇸 New York vs Tasiilaq 🇬🇱

New York, United States vs Tasiilaq, Greenland — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 16 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 71 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇬🇱 Tasiilaq
Avg annual high17°C1°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (8°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)December (-11°C low)
Rainy days / year124195
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

🇬🇱 Tasiilaq

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (8°C), coldest lows in December (-11°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Tasiilaq warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 16 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Tasiilaq?

Tasiilaq is rainier — New York sees about 71 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs Tasiilaq?

New York is best around May, September, October; Tasiilaq is best around June, July, August.

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