Antarctica

Antarctica Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antarctica in April.

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Vostok Station

Planning a trip to Antarctica this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Antarctica in April

April in Antarctica generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -12°C (10°F) and nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) in Vostok Station. April is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in Antarctica in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

April is a dry month with an average snowfall of around 19 mm (0.7 in) in Vostok Station.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in April. Vostok Station sees roughly 77 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

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Best Places to Visit in Antarctica in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Antarctica

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in Antarctica?

Vostok Station

In April Vostok Station generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -12°C (10°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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March
April
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Max temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-22°C (-8°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
77 hours
0 hours
Monthly snowfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vostok Station →

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Antarctica weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antarctica in April?

Expect poor weather across Antarctica in April. The popular destination of Vostok Station averages -12°C (10°F) by day and -17°C (1°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Antarctica in April?

In Vostok Station, the average daytime high in April is -12°C (10°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -17°C (1°F).

Does Antarctica get a lot of snow in April?

April is on the drier side in Antarctica. Vostok Station averages only about 19 mm (0.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Antarctica?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Vostok Station, April may not be the ideal time to visit Antarctica.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Vostok Station.

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