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Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha

Island

A small islet within the Tristan da Cunha territory, Middle Island is visited occasionally by scientific and expedition vessels for seabird colonies and rugged coastal scenery.

Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha essentials

Driest months: Jan-Mar

Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha

Access is governed by infrequent ship schedules and weather; plan visits during the island group's calmer months.

Southern summer
December-February · 15-22°C (59-72°F)
Warmer months but Tristan's weather remains changeable; boat access is more likely in calmer seas.
Shoulder season
November, March · 12-18°C (54-64°F)
Variable conditions and limited sea access; planning is essential.

Weather & Climate near Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha

Climate

Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in September). Temperatures range from 11°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1713 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 11 Good
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 16° - 20° 18° 111 mm overcast 84% 5.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.3h
February Good 17° - 21° 19° 107 mm overcast 84% 4.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.3h
March Good 16° - 21° 19° 136 mm overcast 83% 4.6 m/s 1.5 high 12.2h
April Good 15° - 20° 18° 147 mm overcast 82% 4.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.0h
May Acceptable 14° - 18° 16° 156 mm overcast 81% 6.3 m/s 0.4 low 10.0h
June Acceptable 12° - 17° 15° 163 mm overcast 81% 5.6 m/s 0.3 low 9.5h
July Acceptable 12° - 16° 14° 156 mm overcast 82% 6.4 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h
August Acceptable 11° - 16° 14° 162 mm overcast 81% 6.0 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.6h
September Acceptable 11° - 16° 13° 159 mm overcast 81% 5.3 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.7h
October Acceptable 12° - 16° 14° 146 mm overcast 82% 5.5 m/s 1.5 high 12.9h
November Good 14° - 18° 16° 133 mm overcast 84% 4.3 m/s 2.0 extreme 14.0h
December Good 15° - 19° 17° 137 mm overcast 85% 4.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 14.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Middle Island, Tristan da Cunha

Access is possible only by sea, typically from supply ships or organized expeditions to Tristan da Cunha; voyages are infrequent and weather-dependent.