Salvesen Range

Mountains Mountain range on South Georgia island, rugged peaks

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Salvesen Range
-54.6922, -36.1203
N/A (geographical mountain range in subantarctic waters)

How to Get to Salvesen Range #

The Salvesen Range sits in subantarctic waters and is approachable only by research vessel or specialised expedition cruise during the austral summer months; access requires careful planning and permits.

Tips for Visiting Salvesen Range #

  • Only visit via organised scientific or expedition voyages - weather is harsh and landing options sparse.
  • Check national Antarctic and subantarctic regulations; many islands and ranges are subject to conservation rules.

Best Time to Visit Salvesen Range #

Any visitation is seasonal and managed through scientific expeditions; the austral summer is the only feasible window.

Austral summer
November-March · -2-5°C
The only practical season for sea approaches and fieldwork; longer daylight and reduced sea ice.

Weather & Climate near Salvesen Range #

Climate

Salvesen Range's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in February) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -12°C to 0°C. Abundant rainfall (1637 mm/year), wettest in February.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (181 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4° -1°

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -3°

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -4°

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -5°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -1°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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