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- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's presence in Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, records an average high-temperature of a still wintry 0.2°C (32.4°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Throughout May, Grytviken's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a freezing cold -2.6°C (27.3°F).Humidity
In Grytviken, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.Rainfall
In Grytviken, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grytviken, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 1190mm (46.85") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall. In Grytviken, in May, during 18 snowfall days, 288mm (11.34") 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
In Grytviken, the average seawater temperature in May is 2°C (35.6°F).Note: 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.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 8h and 25min.On the first day of May in Grytviken, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 16:14 -02.
Sunshine
In Grytviken, the average sunshine in May is 3.1h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Grytviken?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grytviken?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Grytviken?
Average temperature in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average high temperature in May: 0.2°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 May: -2.6°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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average pressure in May: 998.3mbar
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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/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).
Average humidity in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average humidity in May: 88%
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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average rainfall in May: 102mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (114mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (82mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average snowfall in May: 288mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (421mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (125mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average snowfall days in May: 18 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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average sea temperature in May: 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average daylight in May: 8h 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 May: 3h 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).
Average sunshine days in May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average sunshine days in May: 3.9 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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average UV index in May: 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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average cloud cover in May: 70
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 May
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Average visibility in May: 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).
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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