Hollick-Kenyon Plateau
Plateau High plateau in Antarctica's Ellsworth Land
The Hollick‑Kenyon Plateau in Antarctica is a broad ice plateau crossed by scientific parties and referenced in polar exploration routes and logistical planning.
How to Get to Hollick-Kenyon Plateau #
The Hollick-Kenyon Plateau is deep in Antarctica and accessed only by scientific or logistical expeditions using ice-capable aircraft or long overland traverses during the austral summer. Travel requires coordination with national Antarctic programs.
Tips for Visiting Hollick-Kenyon Plateau #
- Extreme cold and remoteness require joins with scientific expeditions-there is no tourist infrastructure.
- Travel only in the austral summer and with experienced polar operators.
- Be prepared for prolonged whiteouts and navigational challenges; carry appropriate survival gear.
Best Time to Visit Hollick-Kenyon Plateau #
Only visitable during Antarctic summer as part of organized scientific or expedition trips.
Weather & Climate near Hollick-Kenyon Plateau #
Hollick-Kenyon Plateau'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 -34°C to -9°C. Moderate rainfall (563 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -21°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -27°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -30°C. The wettest month with 77 mm of rain and windy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -31°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and windy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -26°C and lows of -32°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -34°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and windy conditions.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -28°C and lows of -34°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and windy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -33°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and windy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and windy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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