Murray Foreland
Plateau Antarctic coastal foreland projecting into the ice-covered shore
Murray Foreland is a coastal promontory in Antarctica; access is limited to scientific parties and occasional expedition vessels, offering polar landscapes and seabird colonies.
How to Get to Murray Foreland #
Murray Foreland is accessible only as part of scientific expeditions or Antarctic cruises during the austral summer. Access requires coordination with a research program or an expedition operator licensed for Antarctic waters; landings are controlled under the Antarctic Treaty System and require permits for any shore activity.
Tips for Visiting Murray Foreland #
- This is a remote Antarctic feature-specialized expedition vessels or research support are required to visit; independent travel is not possible.
- If observing from a ship, consult expedition briefings about ice conditions and wildlife buffer zones-do not attempt landings without permission.
Best Time to Visit Murray Foreland #
Antarctic summer (Nov-Feb) is the only practical window for visits and scientific work.
Weather & Climate near Murray Foreland #
Murray Foreland'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 -24°C to -1°C. Moderate rainfall (831 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -15°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and windy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm) and windy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and windy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and windy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and windy conditions.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -17°C and lows of -24°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and windy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -24°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and windy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and windy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and windy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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