Weather in December in Antarctica
Considering a trip to Antarctica this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Antarctica in December?
December in Antarctica generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. December is a winter month.
Temperatures
You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -18°C and nighttime temperatures around -23°C in Vostok Station. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Antarctica in December, check out the map below. In many areas in Antarctica, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.For a closer look at conditions across Antarctica, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
December is a dry month with an average snowfall of around 17 mm in Vostok Station.Average sunshine
The city Vostok Station usually sees around 710 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Antarctica climate page.
Where to go in Antarctica in December
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Antarctica?
Vostok Station
In December Vostok Station generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -23°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Antarctica?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Antarctica with often poor weather in Vostok Station.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Vostok Station.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Antarctica.
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