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

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Weather in August

August in Stromness marks the transitory phase from winter to spring. This month experiences increased daylight hours, giving the cloudy skies a brighter appearance. With the highest snowfall of 421mm (16.57"), it is a month when the landscape is often painted white. The gradual shift in seasons is reflected in the steady rise in temperature. Visit Stromness in August to witness a winter wonderland transition into lively spring.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of -1.6°C (29.1°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F), August is regarded as the coldest month in Stromness.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stromness, in August, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Stromness, 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

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Stromness, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:46 -02.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Stromness, 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. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Stromness?

The coldest time of the year is August, with temperatures averaging a high of -1.6°C (29.1°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F).

How cold is it in Stromness in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stromness are -1.6°C (29.1°F) and -4.9°C (23.2°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Stromness?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Stromness?

The average relative humidity in August in Stromness is 87%.

How many days does it rain in August in Stromness?

In August, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Stromness?

The month with the most snowfall in Stromness is August, when snow falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.

How many days does it snow in August in Stromness?

In Stromness, in August, during 19 snowfall days, 421mm (16.57") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Stromness, the average day length in August is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Stromness?

On the first day of August in Stromness, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 17:46 -02.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stromness?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Stromness?

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

When is the highest UV index in Stromness?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Stromness?

The months with the lowest UV index in Stromness, 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 August in Stromness?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Stromness is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average temperature in August - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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
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Average wind speed in August - Stromness, 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
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Average humidity in August - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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
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Average snowfall in August - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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 daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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
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Average UV index in August - Stromness, 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 - Stromness, 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
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Average visibility in August - Stromness, 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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