Antarctica: Lowest Temperature
| Record Value | -89.2°C (-129°F) |
|---|---|
| Date of Event | 21/7/1983 |
| Length of Record | 1912-present |
| Instrumentation | Maximum/Minimum Thermometer in Standard Stevenson Screen |
| Geospatial Location | Vostok, Antarctica [77°32'S, 106°40'E, elevation: 3420 m] |
References
Information Bulletin of the Soviet Antarctic Expedition (No. 105)
Discussion
Extreme cold resulted from absence of solar radiation, clear skies, calm air and high elevation.
![Vostok, Antarctica [77°32'S, 106°40'E, elevation: 3420 m]](/files/vostok1.jpg "Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Vostok Station")
Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Vostok Station
![Vostok, Antarctica [77°32'S, 106°40'E, elevation: 3420 m]](/files/vostok2.jpg "Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Vostok Station")
Closeup and Regional Satellite Images of Vostok Station