April weather forecast
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

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Weather in April

Tending towards a slightly better weather relief, Grytviken in April experiences the least rainfall and a noticeable decrease in humidity, dropping to 89%. Contrastingly, the month does not loosen the tight grasp of winter, as the city sees a sharp increment in snowfall with 325mm (12.8") of snow. The days continue to shorten with lesser daylight hours, and the ocean temperature maintains its cold profile. A strong wind's chilly embrace is also evident, with the average speed shooting up to 25.4km/h (15.8mph), making it the highest for the year.

Temperature

April's onset in Grytviken brings an average high-temperature of a still cold 1.5°C (34.7°F), showing a minute difference from March's 3°C (37.4°F). Throughout April, Grytviken's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F).

Humidity

In Grytviken, the average relative humidity in April is 89%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Grytviken. In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in April, during 15.7 snowfall days, 325mm (12.8") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193 snowfall days, and 3130mm (123.23") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Grytviken.
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 10h and 18min.
On the first day of April in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:01 -02.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grytviken in April?

In Grytviken, 1.5°C (34.7°F) is the average high-temperature and -0.6°C (30.9°F) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in Grytviken?

The average relative humidity in April in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 89%.

What is the rainiest month in Grytviken?

The month with the most rainfall in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is April, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Grytviken in April?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, during April, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grytviken in April?

In April, in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout April, 325mm (12.8") of snow is accumulated.

When is the sea warmest in Grytviken?

The months with the warmest seawater in Grytviken are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

What is the water temperature in April in Grytviken?

In April, the average sea temperature in Grytviken is 3°C (37.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Grytviken have in April?

In April, the average day length in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 10h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Grytviken?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:01 -02.

How long on average sun shines in April in Grytviken?

The average sunshine duration in April in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 3.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Grytviken?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

When is the lowest UV index in Grytviken?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken.

How high is the UV index in April in Grytviken?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average temperature in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average high temperature in April: 1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (3.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (-1.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (-4.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
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Average pressure in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average pressure in April: 997.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1002.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (992.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
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Average wind speed in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average wind speed in April: 25.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).

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Average humidity in April
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Average humidity in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average humidity in April: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (87%).

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Average rainfall in April
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Average rainfall in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall in April: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (114mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (82mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
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Average rainfall days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
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Average snowfall in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall in April: 325mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (421mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (125mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
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Average snowfall days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall days in April: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (19 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (11.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
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Average sea temperature in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sea temperature in April: 3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (0°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
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Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average daylight in April: 10h and 2min

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 April: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
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Average sunshine days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sunshine days in April: 2.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.1 days).

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Average UV index in April
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Average UV index in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
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Average cloud cover in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average cloud cover in April: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).

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Average visibility in April
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Average visibility in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).

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