Average weather for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in May
It's cold in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 0°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with cold temps, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights around -1°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 4°C, with nights around -2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is around 4°C, while nighttime temps are about -3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
In May, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. Of the total precipitation, about 24 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
4°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
8°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
1°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
118 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
20 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
24 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
12 days | 0 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands?
Looking for sun? May 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 22°C in 2023, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -10°C to a highest value of 4°C.
Daily Temperature in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May 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 May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May 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 May, you can expect about 20 days of precipitation in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.
Daily Snowfall in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May 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 May.
Daily UV index in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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 May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May 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 May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May 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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