Grytviken weather in May (South Georgia)

Curious about the May weather in Grytviken? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Grytviken generally has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -4°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Grytviken in May usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 138 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 35 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Grytviken climate page with graphs.

 

Grytviken, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 138 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 74%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 35 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Georgia in May

Find out more about the weather in South Georgia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Grytviken in May?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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