Long Island
Island Small Antarctic island near Antarctic Peninsula
A small Antarctic island visited by expedition vessels for wildlife viewing - penguins and seals - and for stark polar sea-ice and coastal scenery.
Long Island is a small island in the Antarctic region, positioned off the Antarctic Peninsula at the coordinates given. It is one of many minor islands and islets scattered around the peninsula and adjacent island groups.
The island is uninhabited and visited only occasionally by scientific expeditions or specialist cruise vessels where permitted under Antarctic Treaty rules. Terrain is typically rocky with little vegetation and is subject to polar weather and sea-ice conditions.
It lies in the Southern Ocean within the geographic area governed by the Antarctic Treaty System and has no permanent population or national ownership.
How to Get to Long Island #
Access only via Antarctic expedition ships; work with IAATO-affiliated operators for itineraries that include landings and shore visits.
Tips for Visiting Long Island #
- Visits to Antarctic islands require booking with an IAATO-compliant operator and strict adherence to landing rules.
- Weather is extreme and highly changeable-expect cancellations or changes to itineraries.
- Carry warm, layered clothing and a waterproof outer shell; wildlife encounters are unpredictable and regulated.
Best Time to Visit Long Island #
Long Island in the Antarctic region is accessible only via expedition vessels; visits are governed by conservation and safety regulations.
Weather & Climate near Long Island #
Polar climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -11°C to 2°C. Moderate rainfall (545 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
