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Qaqortoq

City in Kujalleq, Greenland

Overview

Qaqortoq is the largest town in southern Greenland, set among lush hills, colorful houses, and striking fjord views. Its blend of historical charm, friendly locals, and Arctic beauty makes it a unique gateway to Greenlandic culture and adventure.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Greenland
Municipality
Kujalleq
Population
Time Zone
America/Nuuk
Coordinates
60.72°, -46.05°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
98
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,450
Local Cost
$1,480
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
50
English
60
Temperature
0.9°C
Summer Avg
6.0°C
Winter Avg
-3.6°C
Record High
14.2°C
Record Low
-17.3°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1418 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
28
Walk Score
28
Footways
55.0
Airport
Distance

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.

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