Lake Brownworth

Lake Antarctic lake on the continent's icy interior

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Lake Brownworth
-77.4333, 162.7500
No admission (Antarctic site)

How to Get to Lake Brownworth #

Accessible only through Antarctic cruise operators that include Ross Sea or McMurdo Sound itineraries; landings depend entirely on ice and weather conditions.

Tips for Visiting Lake Brownworth #

  • Visits are only possible with an Antarctic expedition operator-this is not an independent destination
  • Prepare for extremely cold conditions and strict environmental protocols (clean gear, no biosecurity risks)
  • Bring a polar-rated sleeping bag and layered technical clothing if the itinerary includes shore landings

Best Time to Visit Lake Brownworth #

Accessible only during the Antarctic summer via organized expeditions; landings depend on sea ice and weather.

Antarctic summer
November-March · -2-5°C
Sea ice retreats and shore landings possible; wildlife activity at peak
Late summer (Feb-Mar)
February-March · -2-3°C
Warmer waters but diminishing daylight; some logistical constraints begin to appear

Weather & Climate near Lake Brownworth #

Climate

Lake Brownworth'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 -30°C to -3°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
-3°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -13°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-13° -9°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -21°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-21° -17°

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

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

Comfort

-23°
Feels Like Freezing
-23°C
Temperature
-26° -21°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-28° -23°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-24°
Feels Like Freezing
-24°C
Temperature
-27° -22°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -29°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is the coldest month with highs of -24°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
7.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -28°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

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

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -22°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-23° -17°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

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

Comfort

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

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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