Vostok Station weather in October (Antarctica)

Can you expect sunny skies in Vostok Station in October? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In October, Vostok Station typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -7°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -10°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Vostok Station in October usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Typically around 2 days days of snowfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 480 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Vostok Station, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -7°C  

Chance of Rain 7%  

Precipitation 33 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 67%  

Sunshine 480 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Antarctica in October

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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