Welcome Islands
Islands Small remote islands in the South Atlantic
A group of small sub‑Antarctic islets, the Welcome Islands are typically visited on expedition cruises for seabird colonies, seal haul-outs and remote-wildlife photography along the South Atlantic route.
How to Get to Welcome Islands #
The Welcome Islands are typically visited as part of expedition cruises in the Southern Ocean or South Atlantic. Access is by ship only; itineraries are seasonal and organised by specialised polar expedition companies.
Tips for Visiting Welcome Islands #
- These subantarctic islands are remote and weather is severe-visits generally occur as part of expedition cruises; plan through an operator experienced in subantarctic itineraries.
- Pack heavy-duty cold-weather gear and expect limited shore time even when the ship can anchor.
- Wildlife viewing is best from the ship's deck and during tightly controlled landings supervised by guides.
Best Time to Visit Welcome Islands #
Visitation is seasonal and typically only possible during the Southern Hemisphere summer on organised expeditions.
Weather & Climate near Welcome Islands #
Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in February) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -5°C to 8°C. Abundant rainfall (1630 mm/year), wettest in February.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
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June
June is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm).
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August
August is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
