Buckeye Table
Plateau Flat-topped Antarctic mountain feature on a plateau
Isolated Antarctic tableland accessed mainly by scientific teams for glaciological research and logistical support; not a conventional tourist destination.
Buckeye Table is a flat-topped geographical feature in Antarctica, described as a table or plateau-like summit. It is one of many named geological features on the Antarctic continent used for mapping and research reference.
The feature presents a relatively level summit area compared with surrounding terrain and is identified on Antarctic charts for scientific and navigational purposes. There are no visitor facilities; access is limited to scientific expeditions with appropriate logistics.
Named geographical features like this are recorded by national Antarctic naming authorities and used in field reports and mapping. Buckeye Table is situated well within the Antarctic interior where conditions are extreme and travel is specialized.
The coordinates place the feature in the Antarctic region; proximity to research stations or landing sites depends on specific expedition planning and season.
How to Get to Buckeye Table #
Access to Buckeye Table is limited to national Antarctic programs and scientific expeditions operating during the austral summer; travel requires specialized logistics (ships or aircraft) under the Antarctic Treaty System.
Tips for Visiting Buckeye Table #
- Travel here only as part of scientific or logistic expeditions; the area is remote and inhospitable without specialist support.
- Be prepared for extreme cold and altitude effects-appropriate clothing and expedition experience are essential.
- Respect Antarctic regulations for all waste and wildlife; no unsanctioned landings are permitted.
Best Time to Visit Buckeye Table #
Accessible only during the short Antarctic summer and typically only to researchers or specially equipped expeditions.
Weather & Climate near Buckeye Table #
Buckeye Table's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in December) and freezing winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from -40°C to -15°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -34°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -30°C and lows of -37°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -30°C and lows of -37°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -30°C and lows of -37°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -39°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -34°C and lows of -40°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -33°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall.