Antarctica

Antarctica Weather in February

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

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Vostok Station

Are you planning a trip a to Antarctica in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Antarctica in February

February in Antarctica generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -20°C (-4°F) and nighttime temperatures around -24°C (-11°F) in Vostok Station. February 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

February is a dry month with an average snowfall of around 15 mm (0.6 in) in Vostok Station.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Vostok Station sees close to 568 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Antarctica by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Antarctica - and find the best time to visit. (based on Vostok Station)

January-20°C (-4°F) February-20°C (-4°F) March-18°C (0°F) April-12°C (10°F) May-4°C (25°F) June2°C (36°F) This monthJuly3°C (37°F) August3°C (37°F) September1°C (34°F) October-7°C (19°F) November-14°C (7°F) December-18°C (0°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Antarctica in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Antarctica.

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 February for the most popular destinonation in Antarctica?

Vostok Station

In February Vostok Station generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -20°C (-4°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -24°C (-11°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
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January
February
March
Max temperature
-20°C (-4°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Min temperature
-25°C (-13°F)
-24°C (-11°F)
-22°C (-8°F)
Monthly sun hours
697 hours
568 hours
347 hours
Monthly snowfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Vostok Station →

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Antarctica weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antarctica in February?

Antarctica typically experiences less favorable weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Vostok Station average around -20°C (-4°F), and temperatures drop to about -24°C (-11°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Antarctica in February?

Daytime temperatures in Vostok Station peak at roughly -20°C (-4°F) in February, dropping to about -24°C (-11°F) overnight.

Does Antarctica get a lot of snow in February?

February is on the drier side in Antarctica. Vostok Station averages only about 15 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Antarctica?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Antarctica with often less favorable weather in Vostok Station.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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