Krogh Island
Island Uninhabited Antarctic island in polar archipelago
Krogh Island forms part of an Antarctic island group visited mainly by scientists and explorers conducting seabird counts, glaciology and polar landscape studies.
How to Get to Krogh Island #
Only by sea as part of an Antarctic voyage. Expedition ships operate landings by zodiac during the austral summer when ice and weather permit.
Tips for Visiting Krogh Island #
- Expedition-only access; watch for notices from your operator about wildlife exclusions and biosecurity rules.
- Carry a GPS and keep to designated landing zones - weather and sea ice can change rapidly.
Best Time to Visit Krogh Island #
Accessible only in the short Antarctic summer; otherwise unreachable.
Weather & Climate near Krogh Island #
Krogh Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -13°C to 3°C. Moderate rainfall (538 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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June
June is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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September
September is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.