Ymer Island Island
Uninhabited island in East Greenland, Arctic archipelago
Off eastern Greenland, Ymer Island offers glacier-carved coastline, sea-ice corridors and birdlife seen from expedition cruises and Zodiac landings; visited for polar scenery, Arctic photography and remote coastal hikes.
Ymer Island at a Glance#
How to Get to Ymer Island#
Ymer Island is in high Arctic waters and is reachable only by expedition vessel or, in specific cases, by research charters. Travel requires permits and coordination with polar authorities; private visits are rare and logistically complex.
Tips for Visiting Ymer Island#
- If attempting in summer, arrange logistical support from Greenlandic tour operators - Ymer Island is remote and not served by regular transport.
- Bring polar‑grade clothing; Arctic weather is unpredictable and can change rapidly.
Best Time to Visit Ymer Island#
Best visited in the brief Arctic summer when sea ice is at its seasonal minimum and daylight is prolonged.
Weather & Climate near Ymer Island#
Ymer Island's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -25°C to 2°C. Moderate rainfall (613 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -23° - -17° | -28° | 73 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -24° - -18° | -30° | 59 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -25° - -20° | -32° | 41 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -22° - -16° | -27° | 25 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -13° - -8° | -15° | 23 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -6° - -1° | -7° | 41 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -4° - 2° | -5° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -5° - 1° | -6° | 76 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -9° - -6° | -13° | 54 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -16° - -13° | -21° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -21° - -16° | -25° | 59 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -23° - -17° | -28° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |