Climate and Average Weather in 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.

Interested in more detailed Weather and Climate information for South Georgia?
Please select the city below you wish to travel to, or the one closest to your destination. Each selected city will show you 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.

Places in South Georgia

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