South Georgia

South Georgia Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Georgia in February.

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Grytviken

Thinking about venturing to South Georgia this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in South Georgia in February

February in South Georgia generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Grytviken. On average, February is the month with the highest temperature of the year in South Georgia.

To explore the conditions in South Georgia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

February is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 145 mm (5.7 in) in Grytviken.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Grytviken typically sees 160 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in South Georgia in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Georgia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in South Georgia

What is the weather like in February for the most popular destinonation in South Georgia?

Grytviken

In February Grytviken generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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February
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January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
160 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grytviken →

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South Georgia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Georgia in February?

February in South Georgia brings poor weather. In Grytviken, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in South Georgia in February?

Grytviken averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does South Georgia get a lot of rain in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in South Georgia. Average rainfall in Grytviken sits around 145 mm (5.7 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit South Georgia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Grytviken, February may not be the ideal time to visit South Georgia.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Grytviken.

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