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

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Weather in August

In Grytviken, the conditions in August persistently continue to echo the chilly and brisk environment of the preceding months. However, the city also witnesses a noticeable increase in the snowfall amount, hitting the annual highest at 421mm (16.57"). A steady recognition of high wind speed of 25.4km/h (15.8mph) contributes to the pervasive raw feel of the weather in August. The hike in snowfall reshuffles the weather elements, and yet, the city witnesses the least rainy days. Adjusting to the increased snowfall and stiff breeze, the ocean temperature also dips to the chilliest 0°C (32°F), its coldest of the year.

Temperature

August, with an average high of -1.6°C (29.1°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Grytviken, in August, during 7.8 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 1190mm (46.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grytviken are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is August, when snow falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.

Sea temperature

August through October, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Grytviken.
Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Grytviken is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:45 -02.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Grytviken is August, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during August leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Grytviken?

With an average high-temperature of -1.6°C (29.1°F) and an average low-temperature of -4.9°C (23.2°F), August is the coldest month in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

How cold is August in Grytviken?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Grytviken, is -1.6°C (29.1°F) and the average low-temperature is -4.9°C (23.2°F).

What are the least humid months in Grytviken?

The months with the lowest humidity in Grytviken are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in August in Grytviken?

In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Grytviken in August?

In Grytviken, during August, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Grytviken?

August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19 days and accumulates 421mm (16.57") of snow.

How much does it snow in Grytviken in August?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, during August, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.

When is the sea coldest in Grytviken?

August through October, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Grytviken.

What is the sea temperature in August in Grytviken?

In August, the average sea temperature in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 0°C (32°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in August in Grytviken?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the average day length in August is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Grytviken?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of the month, in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:45 -02.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Grytviken?

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Grytviken?

In Grytviken, the average sunshine duration in August is 3h.

When is the highest UV index in Grytviken?

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

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 in Grytviken.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Grytviken?

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

Average temperature in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average high temperature in August: -1.6°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 August: -4.9°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 August
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Average pressure in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average pressure in August: 1000.5mbar

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 August
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average wind speed in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average wind speed in August: 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 August
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average humidity in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

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 August
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Average rainfall in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall in August: 105mm

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 August
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Average rainfall days in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 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 August
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average snowfall in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall in August: 421mm

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 August
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Average snowfall days in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall days in August: 19 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 August
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Average sea temperature in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sea temperature in August: 0°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 August /
Average sunshine in August
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Grytviken, 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: 3h and 0min

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

Average UV index in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average UV index in August: 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 August
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Average cloud cover in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average cloud cover in August: 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 August
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average visibility in August - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

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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