Temperatures 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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in March. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of March
The month of March starts in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with cold temperatures, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature drops to around 7°C, with nights close to 2°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll 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 will be around 9°C, with nights close to 2°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Precipitation in March
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.
There’s an average 71% chance of precipitation per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in March for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in March |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
8°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
10°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
5°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
141 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
22 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
16 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
8 days | 1 day | |
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?
After some sun? Then March isn’t the best time to be in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in March
With 30°C, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 12°C.
Daily Temperature in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during 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 millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 22 days of rain 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 centimetres. 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 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 millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if 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 centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate 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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