Falkland Islands weather

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The weather guide for Falkland Islands shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the warmest month in the Falkland Islands?

The warmest time of year in Stanley, Falkland Islands is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 13°C.

Which month has the most rain in the Falkland Islands?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Stanley, Falkland Islands with 72mm on average. There are normally 12 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the Falkland Islands?

The sunniest time of year in Stanley, Falkland Islands is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 42% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in the Falkland Islands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Stanley, Falkland Islands in February when the water temperature reaches 10°C.

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Falkland Islands weather overview

The Falkland Islands, which lie around 400 miles off the coast of South America, are largely low-lying. Cool currents from Antarctica keep the climate here temperate, and quite wet. Conditions are similar to those of the Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland but winters are longer and colder, with frequent gales and snow storms.

Rainfall is high throughout the year and temperatures are cool to moderate, with sea breezes providing a chilly bite even on sunny days. Expect very changeable weather even in the summer months.