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Grytviken Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Grytviken maintains a fairly consistent very cold average temperature. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Grytviken temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a chilly 5°C in February to a very cold -1°C in July.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -6°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Grytviken experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1647 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Grytviken occurs in March, which receives around 155 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, November, Grytviken experiences high snow/rainfall, totaling approximately 122 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

In Grytviken, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.8 hours in November. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 0.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Grytviken.

The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 74%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Average wind speed

The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s and 4 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in January, May, June and December and highest during February, March, April, July, August, September, October and November.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Forecast for Grytviken

Wed   Jan 15
6°C | 0°C
W 2 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
4°C | 0°C
NW 4 m/s
2.2 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
4°C | -1°C
W 6 m/s
5.4 mm
partly cloudy and slight snow

partly cloudy and slight snow

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Grytviken in South Georgia

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Grytviken?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March and April.
  • Which is the warmest month in Grytviken?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 5°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Grytviken?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Grytviken?
    March tops the wettest month list with 155 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Grytviken?
    November is the driest month with 122 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Grytviken?
    November is the sunniest month with an average of 175 hours of sunshine.

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