Scott Uplands
Plateau Antarctic uplands of exposed rock and glaciated terrain
The Scott Uplands are a remote upland region in Antarctica; visits are restricted to scientific expeditions and specialist polar teams studying glaciology and geology.
How to Get to Scott Uplands #
Access requires inclusion on a scientific or expedition vessel or flight authorized under Antarctic Treaty logistics. Typical access windows are in the Austral summer and require detailed advance planning.
Tips for Visiting Scott Uplands #
- This is a remote Antarctic upland-only visit as part of a scientific expedition with proper logistics and environmental permitting.
- Carry appropriate polar equipment and follow Antarctic Treaty environmental protocols.
Best Time to Visit Scott Uplands #
Visits to Antarctic features are limited to the Austral summer (roughly November-February) when sea and weather conditions permit scientific or expeditionary travel.
Weather & Climate near Scott Uplands #
Scott Uplands'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 -28°C to -4°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -24°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -26°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -20°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is the coldest month with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -23°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -17°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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