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

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Weather in February

As February rolls in, Grytviken encounters slightly increased temperatures compared to the preceding month. Despite the marginal increment in temperature, the weather remains cold and windy, continuing January's trend. This month endures lower rainfall levels with only 104mm (4.09") of precipitation, but the high humidity level of 91% persists. While both the sunshine and daylight hours gradually start to decrease, the number of snowy days remains significant. However, the coastal winds continue to blow at slightly increased speeds of 24.2km/h (15mph).

Temperature

February, recognised by an average high temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a low of 1°C (33.8°F), is Grytviken's warmest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Grytviken, during February, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation. In Grytviken, 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. In Grytviken, in February, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 171mm (6.73") of snow. Throughout the year, in Grytviken, there are 193 snowfall days, and 3130mm (123.23") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Grytviken are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).
Note: In swimming engagements, this poses immediate life-threatening risks. The loss of breath control is instantaneous, thereby hindering clear thought. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 19:27 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 5.1h.

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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during February morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Grytviken?

February stands out as Grytviken's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a low-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F).

How cold is February in Grytviken?

February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a low-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F).

What are the most humid months in Grytviken?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

What is the average humidity in February in Grytviken?

In Grytviken, the average relative humidity in February is 91%.

How much does it rain in Grytviken in February?

In Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in February, during 18.7 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grytviken in February?

In Grytviken, in February, during 11.7 snowfall days, 171mm (6.73") of snow is typically accumulated.

What months are the sea warmest in Grytviken?

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

What is the sea temperature in February in Grytviken?

In Grytviken, the average seawater temperature in February 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.

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

In Grytviken, the average day length in February is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Grytviken?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 19:27 -02.

How long on average sun shines in February in Grytviken?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 5.1h.

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?

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 reading in February in Grytviken?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
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Average temperature in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average high temperature in February: 3.1°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 February: 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 February
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Average pressure in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average pressure in February: 996.6mbar

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 February
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Average wind speed in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average wind speed in February: 24.2km/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 February
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Average humidity in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average humidity in February: 91%

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 February
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Average rainfall in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall in February: 104mm

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 February
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Average rainfall days in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall days in February: 18.7 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 February
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Average snowfall in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall in February: 171mm

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 February
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Average snowfall days in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall days in February: 11.7 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 February
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Average sea temperature in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sea temperature in February: 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 February /
Average sunshine in February
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Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average daylight in February: 14h 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 February: 5h and 1min

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 February
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Average sunshine days in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sunshine days in February: 2.7 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 February
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Average UV index in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average UV index in February: 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 February
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Average cloud cover in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average cloud cover in February: 69

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 February
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Average visibility in February - Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average visibility in February: 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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