Geography of Antarctica
Geography of Antarctica: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Antarctica
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Coordinates: 75°15′3.2″S 0°4′16.7″W (-75.2509, -0.0713)
Quick facts about Antarctica
| Type | Continent |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 75°15′3.2″S 0°4′16.7″W (-75.2509, -0.0713) |
| Population | 1.000 |
| Area | 5.482.648 sq mi |
| Local time | 6:13 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February and December |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Geography by mountain in Antarctica
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by region in Antarctica
2 regions mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Antarctica
2 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Antarctica
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Summary
Antarctica is a continent. Antarctica is the southernmost continent, a polar desert covered by an ice sheet that holds most of the planet's fresh water. It has a population of about 1.000.
Right now it is -37°F (-39°C) in Antarctica with overcast. It feels like -55°F. Today runs from -60°F to -37°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.2/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Antarctica is January, February and December. The climate is semi-arid. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near -8°F, while June is the coldest with lows near -62°F.
Nearby highlights include Mount Vinson, Deception Island, McMurdo Station and South Georgia.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of -37°F is 3.2°F above the -41°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 1,2 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -60°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Antarctica month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | -20° | 0,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | -16° | -28° | 0,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | -36° | -47° | 0,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | -43° | -54° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | -45° | -54° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | -52° | -62° | 0,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | -41° | -52° | 0,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | -41° | -52° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | -37° | -48° | 0,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | -31° | -43° | 0,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | -18° | -30° | 0,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | -8° | -18° | 0,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Explore Antarctica
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Antarctica?
Antarctica is a continent. Its coordinates are -75.2509, -0.0713.
What is the weather like in Antarctica right now?
It is currently -37°F (-39°C) with overcast. Humidity is 70% and wind is 24 mph.
When is the best time to visit Antarctica?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Antarctica, which has a semi-arid climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Antarctica in?
Antarctica observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 6:13 AM.
How many people live in Antarctica?
Antarctica has a population of approximately 1.000.
What are the top things to do in Antarctica?
Popular options include Mount Vinson, Deception Island, McMurdo Station, South Georgia and South Pole.
What places are in Antarctica?
Antarctica covers 7 places in this atlas, including Mount Vinson, Antarctic Peninsula, Deception Island, McMurdo Station, Ross Ice Shelf and South Georgia.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (continents) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 6:13 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
