Best time to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands

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

The best time to visit the French Southern & Antarctic Lands (Kerguelen) is January, February, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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.

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

The best time to visit French Southern & Antarctic Lands (Kerguelen) is January, February, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

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50
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50
Mar
46
Apr
43
May
41
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39
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Sep
43
Oct
45
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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

The hottest time of year in Kerguelen, French Southern & Antarctic Lands is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 50°F.

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 3.1 inches 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 43°F.

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The weather guide for French Southern & Antarctic Lands, represented by Kerguelen, (Kerguelen) 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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