Antarctica

Antarctica Weather in March

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

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Vostok Station

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

What to Expect in Antarctica in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -18°C (0°F) and nighttime temperatures around -22°C (-8°F) in Vostok Station. March 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

March is a dry month with an average snowfall of around 16 mm (0.6 in) in Vostok Station.

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Vostok Station sees around 347 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Antarctica by month

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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 March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
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 March for the most popular destinonation in Antarctica?

Vostok Station

In March Vostok Station generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -18°C (0°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -22°C (-8°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-20°C (-4°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-24°C (-11°F)
-22°C (-8°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly sun hours
568 hours
347 hours
77 hours
Monthly snowfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Vostok Station →

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In our records: Antarctica March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Antarctica in our climate database (2006 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest March daytime high in Antarctica was -34°C (-29°F) in Vostok Station on March 3, 2007.

Antarctica weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antarctica in March?

Expect less favorable weather across Antarctica in March. The popular destination of Vostok Station averages -18°C (0°F) by day and -22°C (-8°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Antarctica in March?

In Vostok Station, the average daytime high in March is -18°C (0°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -22°C (-8°F).

Does Antarctica get a lot of snow in March?

March is on the drier side in Antarctica. Vostok Station averages only about 16 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Antarctica?

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

Generally speaking, provide less favorable weather in Vostok Station.

Interested in more climate information?

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