Armstrong Platform

Plateau Antarctic research platform and field station

Armstrong Platform
Armstrong Platform, Antarctic region (approx. 70.5333°S, 160.1667°E)
-70.5333, 160.1667

How to Get to Armstrong Platform #

Access to Antarctic locations like the Armstrong Platform is typically arranged through national Antarctic programs, research vessels, or specialist expedition companies; travel is restricted to the austral summer and requires permits and logistical planning.

Tips for Visiting Armstrong Platform #

  • The Antarctic environment is hazardous; access to the Armstrong Platform requires expedition-level planning and permits.
  • Coordinate with national Antarctic programs for logistics and safety protocols.

Best Time to Visit Armstrong Platform #

Visits are confined to the austral summer and require coordination with national Antarctic programs; weather and sea ice dictate access.

Antarctic Summer (Nov-Mar)
November-March · -2-2°C (28-36°F)
The only feasible time for fieldwork and temporary occupation; longer daylight and calmer seas.

Weather & Climate near Armstrong Platform #

Climate

Armstrong Platform's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from -31°C to -9°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
-9°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and windy conditions.

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -9°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy

February

February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Almost no rain and windy conditions.

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-18° -12°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
11.6 m/s
Wind
Windy

March

March is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-22° -17°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
12.7 m/s
Wind
Windy

April

April is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-26° -21°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
12.2 m/s
Wind
Windy

May

May is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and windy conditions.

Comfort

-26°
Feels Like Freezing
-26°C
Temperature
-28° -23°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
11.1 m/s
Wind
Windy

June

June is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -29°C. Almost no rain and windy conditions.

Comfort

-26°
Feels Like Freezing
-26°C
Temperature
-29° -24°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy

July

July is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-30° -25°

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
11.1 m/s
Wind
Windy

August

August is the coldest month with highs of -26°C and lows of -31°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-31° -26°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
13.1 m/s
Wind
Windy

September

September is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -30°C. Almost no rain and windy conditions.

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-30° -24°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
13.4 m/s
Wind
Windy

October

October is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-28° -22°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
11.8 m/s
Wind
Windy

November

November is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -20°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and windy conditions.

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-20° -15°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
12.6 m/s
Wind
Windy

December

December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° -9°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
10.1 m/s
Wind
Windy

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