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Grytviken, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Grytviken is a small town in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with a population of 2. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

2 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
61.0 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / South Georgia Timezone

People

Population2
Median AgeN/A
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain61.0 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population2
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-54.2811°, -36.5092°
TimezoneAtlantic/South_Georgia
Country🇬🇸 South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average27°F (-3°C)
Annual Precipitation61.0 inches (1,549 mm)
Annual Snowfall37.6 inches (95 cm)

About Grytviken

Grytviken is a small town in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands with a population of 2. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 27°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/South_Georgia.

Grytviken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 27°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 37.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 27°F Jul (-3°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average27°F (-3°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-54.2811°N, 36.5092°W
TimezoneAtlantic/South_Georgia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.0"
60% above US avg
Snowfall 37.6"
Wettest Month (May) 6.06"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.

Mar 8, 2020 South Georgia Island region M4.9 110 km 10 km
Jul 28, 2002 South Georgia Island region M4.8 96 km 10 km
Feb 25, 2003 South Georgia Island region M4.6 68 km 10 km
Feb 19, 2020 South Georgia Island region M4.6 101 km 10 km
Sep 19, 2022 South Georgia Island region M4.6 107 km 9 km
Mar 2, 2021 South Georgia Island region M4.6 110 km 10 km
Jun 18, 2022 South Georgia Island region M4.5 148 km 10 km
Aug 5, 2022 South Georgia Island region M4.5 115 km 10 km
Mar 30, 2020 South Georgia Island region M4.4 108 km 10 km
Jun 23, 2020 South Georgia Island region M4.3 125 km 10 km
Sep 20, 2015 South Georgia Island region M4.3 131 km 14 km
Apr 28, 2020 South Georgia Island region M4.3 118 km 10 km
Aug 9, 2000 South Georgia Island region M4.3 111 km 33 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in
February 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in Warmest
March 39°F (4°C) 5.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 6.0 in
May 30°F (-1°C) 6.1 in Wettest
June 29°F (-2°C) 5.5 in
July 27°F (-3°C) 5.6 in Coldest
August 29°F (-2°C) 5.7 in
September 31°F (-1°C) 4.8 in
October 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in Driest

Grytviken has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 27°F in July to 41°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.1") and December the driest (3.8").

Frequently Asked Questions About Grytviken

What is the population of Grytviken?

Grytviken has a population of 2 residents and is located in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands..

Is Grytviken expensive to live in?

Grytviken is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 / below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Grytviken?

Grytviken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 27°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches, with 37.6 inches of snow.

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