Gand Island at a Glance
Things to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Gand Island
Visit only in the austral summer with an accredited Antarctic expedition operator.
Austral summer
November-March · -2-5°C
Antarctic summer offers the calmest conditions and most wildlife activity; expedition season.
Weather & Climate near Gand Island
Climate
Gand Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -11°C to 4°C. Abundant rainfall (1022 mm/year), wettest in September.
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
4°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 0° - 4° | -1° | 35 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 0° - 3° | -2° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 2° | -4° | 106 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -4° - 0° | -7° | 99 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -6° - -2° | -9° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -8° - -4° | -12° | 107 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -11° - -6° | -14° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -10° - -5° | -14° | 85 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -8° - -3° | -11° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -5° - 0° | -8° | 98 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 2° | -5° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 3° | -2° | 46 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Gand Island
Gand Island is in the Antarctic region and accessible only via expedition ships during the austral summer. Itineraries vary; approach only with an IAATO-accredited operator and follow their landing guidelines.
Tips for Visiting Gand Island
- As an Antarctic island, access is regulated-only approach with an expedition ship that follows IAATO guidelines.
- Bring cold-weather gear rated for polar conditions; weather can change rapidly.
- Respect protected wildlife and nesting sites; landings are time-limited to minimize disturbance.