Alluttoq Island

Island Greenland island in Avannaata municipality

Small island in Avannaata, northwest Greenland; encountered by coastal boat trips and local hunters, of interest for Arctic shorelines and seabird life.

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Alluttoq Island is an island in the Avannaata administrative region of northwestern Greenland. It is one of many small islands along Greenland’s complex Arctic coastline.

There are no developed visitor facilities on the island; interest is generally geographic or marine from nearby settlements or vessels. Activities in the area are usually seasonal and tied to local travel, hunting or scientific work.

Like many small Greenlandic islands, Alluttoq has been used historically in connection with local coastal livelihoods and travel routes rather than permanent large settlements.

The island lies off the northwest coast of Greenland within Avannaata. It is situated in Arctic waters characteristic of the region’s fjords and islands.

Alluttoq Island
69.7167, -51.1667

How to Get to Alluttoq Island #

Access is by boat from larger settlements on Greenland’s west coast; timing depends on ice conditions and local transport schedules. Charter or community boats are typical; check with Avannaata municipal authorities for guidance.

Tips for Visiting Alluttoq Island #

  • Bring warm, windproof layers and be prepared for limited shelter; Arctic weather changes quickly.
  • Alluttoq Island may be uninhabited - plan communications and emergency contingencies.
  • Respect local Inuit heritage and any seasonal hunting zones; contact regional authorities in Avannaata for guidance.

Best Time to Visit Alluttoq Island #

Short Arctic summers are the only viable visiting window; check ice charts and local conditions.

Arctic Summer
June-August · 0-8°C
Midnight sun and the most navigable seas; the only practical season for visits.

Weather & Climate near Alluttoq Island #

Climate

Alluttoq Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -22°C to 12°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
12°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-17° -11°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-20° -14°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is the coldest month with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-22° -15°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -8°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -3°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-12° -7°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° -9°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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