How warm does mount Everest get?

The climate at Mount Everest is extreme, with temperatures that vary greatly depending on the season and altitude. During the summer months (June-August), the average temperature at the base camp, located at 5,364 meters (17,598 feet), is around 0°C (32°F). At higher altitudes, temperatures can drop significantly, reaching -35°C (-31°F) or even lower at the summit.

During the winter months (December-February), the average temperature at the base camp drops to around -12°C (10°F), and at higher altitudes, temperatures can reach as low as -40°C (-40°F). The coldest temperature ever recorded on Mount Everest was -62.2°C (-79.9°F) on 25th December, 1998, at the South Col, located at 8,000 meters (26,247 feet).

It's important to note that these are average temperatures, and actual temperatures can vary significantly depending on weather conditions and other factors.