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

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Weather in December

Closing out the year, December in Grytviken retains the feel of November's weather with slightly warmer temperatures. The rise of temperature, however, is insufficient to deter the presence of snowfall and persisting rainfall, rising up to match the year-long high of 94mm (3.7"). The long-awaited summer begins to set in, marked by the highest daylight intake of 17.1 hours. The sea temperature retreating back to 2°C (35.6°F) provides only a minimal alleviation from its otherwise cold nature. This time of year is also characterized by natural pressure shifts, with the city experiencing the lowest atmospheric pressure of 992.9mb.

Temperature

Grytviken experiences a transition to a still icy 1.9°C (35.4°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 1.2°C (34.2°F). In the month of December, Grytviken experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Grytviken, in December, during 17.8 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grytviken, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 1190mm (46.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Grytviken. In Grytviken, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 184mm (7.24") of snow. In Grytviken, during the entire year, snow falls for 193 days and aggregates up to 3130mm (123.23") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Grytviken, in December, the average water temperature is 2°C (35.6°F).
Note: In the course of swimming, this situation is life-threatening and fraught with risk. The severe cold of the water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal injury.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 17h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 03:51 and sunset at 20:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 21:02 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Grytviken is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Grytviken 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 in Grytviken. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grytviken in December?

In Grytviken, in December, the average high-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.1°C (31.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Grytviken?

The average relative humidity in December in Grytviken is 90%.

How much does it rain in Grytviken in December?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in December, during 17.8 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grytviken in December?

In Grytviken, in December, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 184mm (7.24") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in December in Grytviken?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in December, the average water temperature is 2°C (35.6°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.

When are the longest days in Grytviken?

December has the longest days of the year in Grytviken, with an average of 17h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 17h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grytviken?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:51 and sunset at 20:39. On the last day of the month, in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 21:02 -02.

How many hours of sunshine does Grytviken have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Grytviken is 5.3h.

What are the months with 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.

When is the lowest UV index in Grytviken?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Grytviken?

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

Average temperature in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.9°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 December: -0.1°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 December
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Average pressure in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average pressure in December: 992.9mbar

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 December
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Average wind speed in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.5km/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 December
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Average humidity in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

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 December
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Average rainfall in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall in December: 94mm

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 December
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Average rainfall days in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.8 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 December
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Average snowfall in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall in December: 184mm

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 December
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Average snowfall days in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 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 December
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Average sea temperature in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sea temperature in December: 2°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 December /
Average sunshine in December
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average daylight in December: 17h and 1min

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 December: 5h 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 December
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Average sunshine days in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 2.2 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 December
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Average UV index in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average UV index in December: 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 December
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Average cloud cover in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 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 December
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Average visibility in December - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average visibility in December: 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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