🇬🇱 Nuuk vs San Francisco 🇺🇸

Nuuk, Greenland vs San Francisco, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. San Francisco is the warmer of the two — about 19 degrees warmer on average across the year. San Francisco is drier, with roughly 115 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇱 Nuuk🇺🇸 San Francisco
Avg annual high0°C19°C
Hottest monthJuly (12°C)September (24°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-16°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year17964
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇬🇱 Nuuk

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (12°C), coldest lows in February (-16°C).

🇺🇸 San Francisco

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in September (24°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Nuuk or San Francisco warmer?

San Francisco is warmer overall, averaging about 19 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Nuuk or San Francisco?

Nuuk is rainier — San Francisco sees about 115 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Nuuk vs San Francisco?

Nuuk is best around June, July, August; San Francisco is best around June, July, August.

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