Grytviken Weather in March

March weather at Grytviken

March feels cold, damp and often grey, and that's why it scores 0 out of 10 for comfort here. With a high of 4°C, it's no milder than February, and rain falls on 25 days while cloud covers much of the sky. You'll get around 12.5 hours of daylight, but little daily sunshine. If you can choose your month, January and February are the better bets.

That doesn't rule out a visit. If your ship lands, you can explore the old whaling station, cemetery and South Georgia Museum between showers. The short walk around Grytviken is more realistic than a long hike when the ground is wet and visibility is poor. Don't count on a sunny beach day, either: this is a remote, exposed shore, not a place for lounging by the water. If you want a fairer day out, the nearby town of Stanley, 1452 km away, has better weather this month and rates Fair.

Events and seasonal feel

There's no major March festival or public holiday at Grytviken, so the draw is the place itself: the restored station buildings and Ernest Shackleton's grave in the cemetery. March falls in autumn, and the expedition-ship season is winding down after the busier summer months.

If you hate crowds, March may feel quieter than January or February, but that depends on ship itineraries. You won't find a town with regular transport or a stream of independent visitors. Landings are organized by expedition operators, so your plans will follow theirs.

Costs and a useful tip

A Grytviken visit usually comes as part of an expensive South Georgia expedition cruise, rather than a stay you can price like a normal town break. March may be less busy than peak summer, but don't assume that means a cheap trip. Ships run limited seasonal routes, and fares vary.

Travelling with wildlife photographers? March's changeable light can make wildlife viewing tricky, so keep time free for the museum and station if clouds close in. At Shackleton's grave, follow the landing staff's instructions and stay on marked paths, since wet ground around the cemetery can be muddy. Check whether the museum will be open on your ship's landing day, as access is seasonal.