June weather forecast
Ilulissat, Greenland

June marks the arrival of summer in Ilulissat, accompanied by longer hours of daylight. The mercury rises further, and for the first time in the year, the average temperature goes above the freezing point, peaking at 8°C (46.4°F). Alongside the warmth, there is a surge in rainfall, contributing to a somewhat mild and damp atmosphere. Although it cannot compete with temperate climates, June in Ilulissat possesses its unique, mild version of summer. This period provides the residents a much-needed reprieve from the extensive freezing conditions.

Temperature

As Ilulissat transitions into June, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from an icy 3°C (37.4°F) in May to a frosty 8°C (46.4°F). Ilulissat anticipates an average minimum temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) in the month of June.

Rainfall

In Ilulissat, in June, during 7 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ilulissat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 244mm (9.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Ilulissat, the average seawater temperature in June is 2.3°C (36.1°F).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

Sunshine

June has the most sunshine of the year in Ilulissat, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

June is the month with the highest UV index in Ilulissat, Greenland, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In June, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.