Barren Island, Falkland Islands
Island Uninhabited Falkland island with rocky coastline
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Barren Island, Falkland Islands #
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).
January
January is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and breezy conditions.
