Antarctica, typically experiences very cold weather in December, with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and nighttime temperatures around -23°C (-9°F) in Vostok Station. During December, winter is in full swing.
To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Antarctica, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Vostok Station averages a daytime high of -18°C (0°F) in December, which is very low for Antarctica.
Vostok Station sees nighttime lows close to -23°C (-9°F) in December.
The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 710 hours of sunshine in Vostok Station. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.
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