Best time to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands

Q: When is the best time to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The best times to visit the the French Southern & Antarctic Lands (Kerguelen) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C.

Q: Which is the warmest month in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The warmest time of year in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 10°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

In terms of rainfall, April is usually the wettest month in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands with 78mm on average. There are normally 26 days in April with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The sunniest time of year in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 39% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands in February when the water temperature reaches 6°C.

The best times to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands (Kerguelen) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The best times to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands (Kerguelen) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Time difference	UK +5 hours
Language(s)	French
Currency	Euro
Driving side	Right

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Which is the warmest month in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The warmest time of year in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 10°C.

Which month has the most rain in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

In terms of rainfall, April is usually the wettest month in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands with 78mm on average. There are normally 26 days in April with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The sunniest time of year in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 39% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands in February when the water temperature reaches 6°C.

What is the time difference between the French Southern & Antarctic Lands and the UK?

The time difference between the French Southern & Antarctic Lands and the UK is UK time+5 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The main language spoken in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands is French.

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What is the currency in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

The currency in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands is the Euro (EUR).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands?

They drive on the right side of the road in the French Southern & Antarctic Lands.

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