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Map of Antarctic sea ice, February 2026, compared to a 1981-2010 median extent line.

Average Antarctic sea ice concentration in February 2026, the month when sea ice reached its summer minimum extent. The 2026 minimum extent was slightly below average. Map by Climate.us, based on satellite data provided by the National Snow and Ice Data Center.