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Weather in December
December in Antarctica is the peak of the short-lived summer season. Coastal areas can experience relatively mild temperatures, ranging between -2°C (28.4°F) and 3°C (37.4°F), while the interior of the continent remains colder, with temperatures around -30°C (-22°F).
At research stations such as McMurdo and the Amundsen-Scott South Pole, temperatures rise somewhat. McMurdo Station experiences temperatures around -2°C (28.4°F), whereas the South Pole Station sees averages of about -30°C (-22°F).
In December, the retreat of the sea ice is at its peak, revealing much of the coastal areas. As a result, this month marks the height of the tourist season, with adventurous visitors arriving to experience the unique Antarctic summer.
The wildlife spectacle is captivating during December. Emperor penguin chicks are maturing rapidly, preparing to start their independent life at sea. Other wildlife, including various bird species and seals, are particularly active during this time.
Compared to November, December is warmer and has more sunlight, experiencing almost 24 hours of daylight, a phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun. Looking ahead to January, the conditions remain relatively stable, maintaining the milder temperatures and extended daylight that characterize the Antarctic summer.
[Resources]At research stations such as McMurdo and the Amundsen-Scott South Pole, temperatures rise somewhat. McMurdo Station experiences temperatures around -2°C (28.4°F), whereas the South Pole Station sees averages of about -30°C (-22°F).
In December, the retreat of the sea ice is at its peak, revealing much of the coastal areas. As a result, this month marks the height of the tourist season, with adventurous visitors arriving to experience the unique Antarctic summer.
The wildlife spectacle is captivating during December. Emperor penguin chicks are maturing rapidly, preparing to start their independent life at sea. Other wildlife, including various bird species and seals, are particularly active during this time.
Compared to November, December is warmer and has more sunlight, experiencing almost 24 hours of daylight, a phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun. Looking ahead to January, the conditions remain relatively stable, maintaining the milder temperatures and extended daylight that characterize the Antarctic summer.
- Artigas Base - December »
Artigas Base experiences a clear temperature upsurge in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a dangerously cold -36°C (-32.8°F) in November to a still life-threatening cold -27°C (-16.6°F). The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 19h and 36min of daylight. - McMurdo - December »
In McMurdo, in December, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 104mm (4.09") of snow. In McMurdo, during December, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of snow. - Snow Hill Island - December »
The months with the least rainfall in Snow Hill Island are January and December Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of rain. January, February and December, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Snow Hill Island.
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