Cool
Average highs are around 7°C, so pack for cooler days.
January verdict
Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in January
Weather score16Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 7°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 2.9h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 112mm, so some wet days are possible.
January weather
Monthly averages
Temp
7°C
Rain
112mm
Sun
2.9h
Sea
4°C
Weather score
16
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 112mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 2.9h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 4°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
January7°C average high
January sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
January112mm average rain
January sits on the drier side of Grytviken's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
January2.9 hours average sun
January is one of Grytviken's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsJanuary and October to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
January4°C average sea
January sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to April and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 4°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
January16 weather score
January is close to Grytviken's usual weather score, with limited month-to-month change.
Best weather monthsAll year
The weather score stays consistently strong through the year.