Average weather for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in March
It's cold in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 2°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 2°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 7°C, with nights around 2°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In March, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. Of the total precipitation, about 16 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
8°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
10°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
5°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
141 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
22 days | 10 days | |
 Total snowfall |
16 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
8 days | 4 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands?
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2023, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 12°C.
Daily Temperature in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 22 days of precipitation in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.
Daily Snowfall in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV index in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in March for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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Average weather in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands by month
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