A group of penguins on a winter morning in South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Weather in August
August marks a gradual upward shift in temperatures on South Georgia Island after the frigid July. The scenes slightly mellow down as the daylight hours begin to extend again. Even though August brings with it a generous share of rain, the average sunshine hours show a significant rise when compared to July. While the general conditions are still firmly placed on the colder side, the signs of easing are definitely noticeable. All this while August still holds onto the reputation of being among the island's colder months.
On the first day of August in South Georgia Island, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:45 -02.
[Resources]Temperature
South Georgia Island observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between July's -2.4°C (27.7°F) and August's -1.9°C (28.6°F). South Georgia Island, during the August nights, maintains an average temperature of -4.8°C (23.4°F), closely aligned with its daytime readings.Rainfall
During August, South Georgia Island regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. During the entire year, South Georgia Island aggregates up to 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.On the first day of August in South Georgia Island, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:45 -02.
Sunshine
In South Georgia Island, the average sunshine in August is 2.4h.Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in South Georgia Island in August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in South Georgia Island, is -1.9°C (28.6°F), while the average low-temperature is -4.8°C (23.4°F).
How much does it rain in South Georgia Island in August?
Throughout August, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August in South Georgia Island?
The average day length in August is 9h and 35min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in South Georgia Island?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:45 -02.
How many hours of sunshine does South Georgia Island have in August?
In South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the average sunshine duration in August is 2.4h.
Average temperature in August
South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average high temperature in August: -1.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (5.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (-2.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: -4.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (1.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-5.4°C).
Average rainfall in August
South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average rainfall in August: 114mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (77mm).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average daylight in August: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 2h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
South Georgia Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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