Climate and Average Weather in Antarctica
The continent Antarctica covers a large area around the South Pole at the most southern point of the earth. The climate in Antarctica is very extreme and it is the coldest place on our planet.Its vastness is almost incomprehensible, with ice sheets and glaciers extending as far as the eye can see. This creates an unbelievable and breathtaking landscape.
The whole of Antarctica has an ice cap climate and it holds the record for the coldest temperature ever measured on the earth. It is also an extremely dry and windy area. The closer you get to the coast, the stronger the wind. These katabatic winds are among the strongest and most persistent on the planet.
Even during its warmest months, temperatures in Antartica remain well below freezing, making it inhospitable for most forms of life.
Are you interested in more detailed weather and climate information for various cities in Antarctica?
Please select the city you plan to visit, or one closest to your destination. For each selected city, you will see the following graphs:
1. Yearly average minimum and maximum temperatures
2. Monthly averages of precipitation throughout the year (rainfall, snow etc)
3. Monthly average hours of sunshine throughout the year
Additionally, some pages provide historical weather data such as humidity, wind speed, and water temperature.