Will it be cold?

All of our journeys take place in the Antarctic summer (November through January) when the weather is at its best. We advise on suitable clothing so that you can enjoy your trip to the fullest.

The interior of Antarctica has a cold, dry, windy climate. Average mid-season temperatures at our base camp range from 10F to 25F (-12C to -4C ). On a sunny windless day it can feel quite warm but, when the wind blows, you will be glad of warm layers and a wind jacket. Temperatures can drop as low as -22F (-30C) in early November.

• At the South Pole temperatures rarely climb above -13F (-25C) with light winds and wind chill of -40F (-40C).
• Weather at the Emperor rookery is highly variable and influenced by coastal systems. Temperatures range from
  -22F (-30C) to near 32F (0C) with sunny and overcast skies and the possibility of heavy snowstorms.
• Mount Vinson climbers and skiers heading to the South Pole should prepare for extreme temperatures -40F (-40C) and severe storms.