Climate and Weather of South Georgia
South Georgia has a cold maritime climate on the islands and the weather is very changeable. Typical daily average maximum temperatures in South Georgia at sea level are around 0°C in winter (which is in August) and 8°C in summer (January). Winter minimum temperatures are typically about -5°C and rarely dip below -10°C. Annual precipitation in South Georgia is around 1500 mm.The seas surrounding South Georgia are cold throughout the year due to the proximity of the Antarctic Current. They usually remain free of pack ice in winter, though thin ice may form in sheltered bays, and icebergs are common.
Are you interested in more detailed information for various cities in South Georgia?
Please select the city you plan to visit, or one closest to your destination. For each selected city, you will see the following graphs:
1. Yearly average minimum and maximum temperatures
2. Monthly averages of precipitation throughout the year (rainfall, snow etc)
3. Monthly average hours of sunshine throughout the year
Additionally, some pages provide historical weather data such as humidity, wind speed, and water temperature.