Mount Andrus
Mountain Ice-covered Antarctic mountain on Marie Byrd Land
How to Get to Mount Andrus #
Access is only possible as part of scientific expeditions or specially equipped polar voyages. Travel typically departs from research stations or via ice-cap aircraft arranged by national Antarctic programs; civilian access is effectively non-existent without institutional support.
Tips for Visiting Mount Andrus #
- This is a remote Antarctic peak-only attempt with an experienced polar expedition outfitter and proper mountaineering experience.
- Check seasonal ice conditions and the timing of polar daylight-logistics are dictated by weather and sea ice.
- Carry equipment rated for extreme cold and plan for contingency days; evacuation options are limited and very expensive.
Best Time to Visit Mount Andrus #
Antarctic summer is the only realistic time to visit; travel requires a licensed polar operator.
Weather & Climate near Mount Andrus #
Mount Andrus'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 -43°C to -15°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -24°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and windy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -34°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -36°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -30°C and lows of -38°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and windy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -31°C and lows of -40°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -42°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and windy conditions.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -35°C and lows of -43°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -41°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and windy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -37°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and windy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and windy conditions.
