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Barren Island

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Barren Island essentials

Driest months: Sep-Nov

Barren Island, Falkland Islands at a Glance

Things to Do

Nearby Attractions to Barren Island, Falkland Islands

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Barren Island, Falkland Islands

Southern hemisphere summer (December-February) offers the best - though still challenging - conditions for boats and potential landings.

Summer (December-February)
December-February · 2-12°C
Milder seas and the breeding season for many seabirds; best window for landings if permitted.
Winter (June-August)
June-August · -3-6°C
Harsh, cold, and generally not suitable for landings.

Weather & Climate near Barren Island, Falkland Islands

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 2°C to 13°C. Moderate rainfall (524 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 20 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 8° - 13° 10° 57 mm - - 7.7 m/s - -
February - 8° - 12° 7° 44 mm - - 7.9 m/s - -
March - 7° - 11° 6° 52 mm - - 7.3 m/s - -
April - 5° - 9° 3° 52 mm - - 7.3 m/s - -
May - 4° - 7° 1° 49 mm - - 6.7 m/s - -
June - 2° - 5° -1° 42 mm - - 6.6 m/s - -
July - 2° - 5° -2° 40 mm - - 6.8 m/s - -
August - 2° - 5° -1° 38 mm - - 7.5 m/s - -
September - 2° - 6° -1° 32 mm - - 7.5 m/s - -
October - 4° - 8° 1° 33 mm - - 7.7 m/s - -
November - 5° - 10° 4° 36 mm - - 7.7 m/s - -
December - 7° - 12° 6° 49 mm - - 7.5 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Barren Island, Falkland Islands

Access requires chartering a vessel from Port Stanley or other authorized operators and obtaining permission from Falkland Islands authorities. Landings are conditional on sea state and conservation regulations.

Tips for Visiting Barren Island, Falkland Islands

  • Barren Island is uninhabited and exposed - travel requires permission from the Falkland Islands Government and a suitable vessel.
  • Bring survival and cold-weather gear; weather can change rapidly with little warning.