Vostok Station weather in December (Antarctica)

What weather conditions can you expect in Vostok Station this December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of December in Vostok Station typically brings very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -18°C, while night temperatures can drop to -23°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Vostok Station in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 17 mm for the month. Historically, approximately a single day this month are expected to have snow.

Average sunshine

With approximately 710 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vostok Station climate page with graphs.

 

Vostok Station, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -23°C  

Max Temperature -18°C  

Chance of Rain 3%  

Precipitation 17 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 710 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Antarctica in December

Find out more about the weather in Antarctica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Vostok Station should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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