Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average sea temperature in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of -1.6°C (29.1°F) and a minimum temperature of -4.9°C (23.2°F).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In Grytviken, in August, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. 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
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.Sea temperature
August through October, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.
Daylight
In Grytviken, the average length of the day in August is 9h and 36min.On the first day of August in Grytviken, 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
With an average of 3h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during August translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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What months are the sea coldest?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Grytviken?
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What is the UV index reading in August?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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