Weather in January in South Georgia
Are you planning a trip a to South Georgia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in South Georgia in January?
January in South Georgia generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C and nighttime temperatures around 0°C in Grytviken. In many regions in South Georgia, January is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
Precipitation
January is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 137 mm in Grytviken.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 154 hours of sunlight expected in Grytviken. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For specific regional insights in South Georgia for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our South Georgia climate page.
Where to go in South Georgia in January
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in South Georgia?
Grytviken
In January Grytviken generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit South Georgia?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to South Georgia with often poor weather in Grytviken.
Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Grytviken.
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