Not-Insel is a small island located in the Bellingshausen Sea in Antarctica. It is approximately 2.5 miles long and 1.2 miles wide, making it one of the smallest islands in the Antarctic. Not-Insel is situated south of the Antarctic Peninsula, between the South Shetland Islands and the South Orkney Islands. It is a part of the British Antarctic Territory, and is the most northerly of the British islands in Antarctica.
The island was first discovered in 1821 by a Russian expedition led by Fabian Gottlieb von Bellingshausen. It was named Not-Insel, meaning "island of no-man" in German, due to the fact that it was uninhabited at the time. The island was later claimed by the United Kingdom in 1908, and has since been used as a research station and base by many scientific expeditions.
Not-Insel is also known for its important role in the history of Antarctic exploration. In 1895, the first recorded landing on the island was made by the Swedish Antarctic Expedition, led by Otto Nordenskjöld. The expedition established a base on the island, which served as a supply depot for the expedition's further explorations of the Antarctic continent. In addition, the island was used as a base for the British Antarctic Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott in 1901-1904, and again in the 1910-1913 expedition led by Ernest Shackleton.
Not-Insel is an important part of the Antarctic landscape, and its history and importance in the exploration of the continent will continue to be remembered for many years to come.
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The climate on Why Not-Insel in Antarctica is generally very cold and dry. During the summer months, temperatures can reach up to -1°C and the average precipitation is low. During the winter months, temperatures can drop as low as -30°C and the average precipitation is higher. In spring and autumn, temperatures range between -10°C and -20°C, with low to moderate precipitation. In general, the climate on Why Not-Insel in Antarctica is very cold and dry, with temperatures ranging from -30°C in winter to -1°C in summer and low to moderate precipitation throughout the year.
Our weather forecast for Why Not-Insel helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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| Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 | max: 0.7 °C min: -7.5 °C |
13.7 m/s 13.3 m/s |
80.6 % 19.3 m |
91.3 % 997 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 | max: 1.3 °C min: -2.2 °C |
23.4 m/s 32.4 m/s |
91.1 % 24.1 m |
75.7 % 989 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 | max: 0.9 °C min: -3.9 °C |
26.3 m/s 35.6 m/s |
86.8 % 23.6 m |
76.3 % 986 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 | max: 0.3 °C min: -4.6 °C |
23.8 m/s 34.2 m/s |
92.2 % 21.1 m |
80.8 % 989 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 | max: 0.2 °C min: -6.4 °C |
16.2 m/s 15.1 m/s |
100.0 % 24.1 m |
80.8 % 991 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 | max: 0.9 °C min: -3.1 °C |
27.1 m/s 37.6 m/s |
81.4 % 20.7 m |
83.6 % 991 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 | max: 0.7 °C min: -3 °C |
30.2 m/s 41.8 m/s |
92.2 % 16.8 m |
87.8 % 984 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 | max: 0.9 °C min: -2.7 °C |
21.5 m/s 29.3 m/s |
89.1 % 10.2 m |
91.7 % 991 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 | max: 1.0 °C min: -1.6 °C |
24.8 m/s 34.2 m/s |
98.1 % 15.5 m |
85.1 % 988 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 | max: -0.8 °C min: -3.5 °C |
16.2 m/s 19.8 m/s |
91.5 % 1.9 m |
93.8 % 994 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 | max: -1.5 °C min: -4.1 °C |
12.6 m/s 14.4 m/s |
93.9 % 1.4 m |
95.0 % 998 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
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| Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 | max: -1.2 °C min: -5.6 °C |
5.8 m/s 5.8 m/s |
66.3 % 18.8 m |
88.3 % 998 hPa |
00:00:00 00:00:00 |
Would you like to travel to Why Not-Insel on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Why Not-Insel.
| Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 15th 2025 Monday, 15th of Dec. 2025 | LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Dec. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Dec. 2025 | LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jan. 12th 2026 Monday, 12th of Jan. 2026 | LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT | 12:00 am | 12:00 am |
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.| Port | Distance |
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| Marguerite Bay in Antarctica | 100,42 km |
