Malta Plateau
Plateau Elevated Antarctic plateau region
A high, ice-covered plateau in Antarctica appearing on geological maps, the Malta Plateau is accessed mainly by research expeditions studying glaciology and climate.
How to Get to Malta Plateau #
Reaching Malta Plateau requires coordination with national Antarctic programs or approved operators. Travel typically involves long-range aircraft and over-snow traverses from established bases during the austral summer.
Tips for Visiting Malta Plateau #
- Visits require coordination with national Antarctic programs-private travel is not feasible without expedition support.
- Prepare for extreme cold and variable snow/ice conditions; altitude and katabatic winds can change conditions rapidly.
- Follow strict environmental protocols-remove all waste and minimize biosecurity risk.
Best Time to Visit Malta Plateau #
Malta Plateau is accessible only during the austral summer as part of scientific expeditions; no tourist infrastructure exists.
Weather & Climate near Malta Plateau #
Malta 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 -40°C to -15°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -24°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -28°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -26°C and lows of -34°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -31°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -39°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -31°C and lows of -38°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -39°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -34°C and lows of -40°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -31°C and lows of -38°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -36°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -29°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall.
