Best Time to Hike Arctic Circle Trail
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Arctic Circle Trail, Greenland, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Arctic Circle Trail
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F-13°C | -1°F-18°C | 12 mm | 6 |
| February | 7°F-14°C | -2°F-19°C | 7 mm | 3 |
| March | 16°F-9°C | 4°F-16°C | 21 mm | 7 |
| April | 27°F-3°C | 15°F-9°C | 19 mm | 6 |
| May | 32°F0°C | 21°F-6°C | 29 mm | 9 |
| June | 47°F8°C | 35°F2°C | 41 mm | 11 |
| July | 53°F12°C | 41°F5°C | 76 mm | 13 |
| August | 47°F9°C | 38°F3°C | 61 mm | 14 |
| September | 43°F6°C | 33°F1°C | 39 mm | 8 |
| October | 29°F-2°C | 21°F-6°C | 38 mm | 9 |
| November | 20°F-7°C | 11°F-12°C | 29 mm | 7 |
| December | 10°F-12°C | 1°F-17°C | 28 mm | 9 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Arctic Circle Trail are June. Expect daytime highs around 46°F8°C and nights near 36°F2°C.
Pack warm layers and a proper insulating jacket — nights get cold even in the best window.