Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Temperatures on Everest plummet with altitude and season. The table below summarizes average conditions at key camps; actual readings swing wildly with weather systems, wind chill, and solar radiation.
| Location | Elevation | Summer (Jun–Aug) | Winter (Dec–Feb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Camp | 5,380 m (17,600 ft) | –10°C to –5°C (14–23°F) | –25°C to –20°C (–13 to –4°F) |
| Camp 1 | 6,065 m (19,891 ft) | –15°C to –10°C (5–14°F) | –35°C to –30°C (–31 to –22°F) |
| Camp 2 | 6,450 m (21,150 ft) | –20°C to –15°C (–4 to 5°F) | –40°C to –35°C (–40 to –31°F) |
| Camp 3 | 7,162 m (23,494 ft) | –25°C to –20°C (–13 to –4°F) | –45°C to –40°C (–49 to –40°F) |
| Camp 4 (South Col) | 7,906 m (25,941 ft) | –25°C to –20°C (–13 to –4°F) | –50°C to –45°C (–58 to –49°F) |
| Summit | 8,848 m (29,029 ft) | –30°C to –25°C (–22 to –13°F) | –55°C to –50°C (–67 to –58°F) |
Climbers rely on layered systems, heated gloves, and real-time forecasts; averages are planning guides, not guarantees.