Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
19683
Universal time (UTC):
05:00
Australian time (AEST):
16:00
Position:
57° 31′ S, 97° 53′ E
Heading:
070
Speed:
15.0 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
294 NM
Weather conditions:
Overcast. Winds WSE 35 kts
Air temperature:
1.5 °C
Sea conditions:
SW 2-3m
Sea temperature:
1.9 °C

Comments

We have not seen the sun since not long after departing Davis. It attempted to peak through the clouds this morning but not very successfully. It is still overcast but brighter than it has been for days. It also snowed overnight covering the ship in a light dusting of snow but it has all melted now.

It is getting warmer as we head further north, with the sea temperature now in the positives as is the air temperature.

Each day at 5pm car racing occurs on the WII (a game console). Thankfully it is not on a real race track as there is big divide between the skill levels of our expeditioners. However it does not matter if you are a good driver or a not so good driver, as it is just good fun.

Cheers Leanne and Mick

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