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

April

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

The average high-temperature for April is a still cold 1.5°C (34.7°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of -0.6°C (30.9°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 89%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Grytviken. In Grytviken, in April, during 15.7 snowfall days, 325mm (12.8") of snow is typically accumulated. In Grytviken, during the entire year, snow falls for 193 days and aggregates up to 3130mm (123.23") of snow.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the highest UV index in Grytviken. The months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it 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 April, the average relative humidity is 89%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall 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 April?
In Grytviken, in April, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in April?
In Grytviken, in April, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 325mm (12.8") of snow.
What are the months with the warmest sea water?
January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
What is the water temperature in April?
In Grytviken, in April, the average water temperature is 3°C (37.4°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
How many hours of daylight does Grytviken have in April?
In April, the average day length is 10h and 18min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in April?
On the first day of April, 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.
How many hours of sunshine does Grytviken have in April?
The average sunshine duration in April in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 3.3h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in April?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
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).

Average pressure in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average wind speed in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average humidity in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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%).

Average rainfall in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average rainfall days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average snowfall in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average snowfall days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average sea temperature in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average sunshine days in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average UV index in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average cloud cover in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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).

Average visibility in April - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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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