Mount Everest Climate
Climate in Mount Everest
Mount Everest's North Base Camp is in the south of Shigatse Prefecture, sitting 5,200 meters (17,000 feet) above sea level. The weather at the base camp is typically very cold, with temperatures at the base camp often being below zero, although the sun can be very intense at that altitude.
Mount Everest lies 28° north of the equator and is subject to a typical northern hemisphere seasonal pattern. It lies at the edge of the influence of the Indian Monsoon, which brings moisture and clouds from June to September. The cold months are December/January and the best trekking is between these two seasons during March to May and October to November when the climate is moderate.
Temperatures at the summit are never above freezing and during January temperatures can drop as low as -60° C (-76° F). Despite the low temperatures, the biggest issues faced by climbers are hurricane force winds and wind chill. When the jet stream dips south during the winter hurricane force winds may develop reaching more than 285 km/h (177 mph). These winds relax in the month of May and most climbers try to attempt the peak during this short window. At night, it is generally cooler, while the days are generally warm. Winter (January and February) will be bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. There will be bit of snow during the month of January, February and December.
Best Time to Visit Mount Everest
April to July and September to October
- September to October are excellent months to travel to Everest Base Camp, because these days are quite dry. The weather is beginning to get warmer with the particular periodic quick shower. It is sometimes quieter than the other peak period.
- April to July : These months can be very cold but it is generally dry and clear and all the routes are suitable for travel.
