Chaplains Tableland

Plateau Antarctic high plateau of exposed rock and ice

Ice-covered tableland in Antarctica used in scientific fieldwork; of interest to researchers studying glaciology, geology and polar ecosystems.

Chaplains Tableland
-78.0167, 162.6500

How to Get to Chaplains Tableland #

Chaplains Tableland is accessible only via Antarctic logistical channels: research vessels, ice-strengthened ships, or aircraft serving field parties during the austral summer. Visits are managed through national Antarctic programs and licensed expedition operators.

Best Time to Visit Chaplains Tableland #

Visits are restricted to the Antarctic summer and normally organized through scientific expeditions or licensed tour operators.

Antarctic summer
Nov-Mar · -2-2°C (28-36°F)
Only practical time for visits; sea ice retreats and research stations operate.

Weather & Climate near Chaplains Tableland #

Climate

Chaplains Tableland'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 -46°C to -20°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
-20°
Warmest Month
-46°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-28° -20°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -34°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-30°
Feels Like Freezing
-30°C
Temperature
-34° -25°

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -41°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-37°
Feels Like Freezing
-37°C
Temperature
-41° -33°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -37°C and lows of -44°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-41°
Feels Like Freezing
-41°C
Temperature
-44° -37°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of -38°C and lows of -45°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

-41°
Feels Like Freezing
-41°C
Temperature
-45° -38°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is freezing with highs of -37°C and lows of -43°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-40°
Feels Like Freezing
-40°C
Temperature
-43° -37°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is freezing with highs of -38°C and lows of -45°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-41°
Feels Like Freezing
-41°C
Temperature
-45° -38°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the coldest month with highs of -40°C and lows of -46°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-43°
Feels Like Freezing
-43°C
Temperature
-46° -40°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of -37°C and lows of -44°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-40°
Feels Like Freezing
-40°C
Temperature
-44° -37°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -41°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

-37°
Feels Like Freezing
-37°C
Temperature
-41° -33°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -26°C and lows of -33°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-30°
Feels Like Freezing
-30°C
Temperature
-33° -26°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-28° -20°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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