Reeves Plateau

Plateau Broad Antarctic plateau with glaciated, elevated terrain

A high, ice‑covered plateau in Antarctica noted on scientific charts; the Reeves Plateau is visited primarily by researchers and polar expeditions studying glaciology and climate.

Reeves Plateau
-79.5833, 158.5833

How to Get to Reeves Plateau #

Access to Reeves Plateau is possible only by scientific expedition or specialized Antarctic tour operators. Typical approaches involve ship or airlift to a coastal base, then further transport by aircraft or over-snow vehicle; all travel depends on ice and weather conditions.

Best Time to Visit Reeves Plateau #

Reeves Plateau, like much of Antarctica, is only accessible in the austral summer via organized scientific or expedition trips; access depends on logistics and weather.

Antarctic summer
November-March · -2 to +2°C (28-36°F) near coast; much colder inland
Only realistic visiting window for most expeditions; sea ice retreats and fieldwork is possible.

Weather & Climate near Reeves Plateau #

Climate

Reeves Plateau's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in December) and freezing winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from -40°C to -13°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
-13°
Warmest Month
-40°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-19° -13°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-25° -19°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -33°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-30°
Feels Like Freezing
-30°C
Temperature
-33° -27°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -37°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-34°
Feels Like Freezing
-34°C
Temperature
-37° -32°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -39°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-36°
Feels Like Freezing
-36°C
Temperature
-39° -33°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -38°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-35°
Feels Like Freezing
-35°C
Temperature
-38° -32°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is freezing with highs of -33°C and lows of -39°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-36°
Feels Like Freezing
-36°C
Temperature
-39° -33°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the coldest month with highs of -34°C and lows of -40°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-37°
Feels Like Freezing
-37°C
Temperature
-40° -34°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -38°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-35°
Feels Like Freezing
-35°C
Temperature
-38° -32°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -34°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-31°
Feels Like Freezing
-31°C
Temperature
-34° -28°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-25° -20°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-18° -13°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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