ChogolisaChogolisa at a Glance
About Chogolisa
Chogolisa is a high mountain in the Karakoram range of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, noted for its steep ridges and prominent glacier-fed faces. It is one of the region’s significant seven-thousand-metre peaks and a landmark for mountaineers in the upper Hunza area.
Chogolisa has a history of exploratory climbs during the 20th century and has been the objective of several notable expeditions; it remains less frequently climbed than the region’s most famous summits due to its technical demands and objective hazards.
The peak stands in the Karakoram within Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, among the high peaks that overlook the upper Hunza and Shigar valleys and is approached from regional glacier basins.
- Elevation and climbing character: A high Karakoram peak rising above 7,600 metres and known for steep ridges and technical climbing challenges.
Best Time to Visit Chogolisa
Climbers typically approach during the Himalayan summer (June-August); expeditions require careful planning, permits and experienced teams.
Weather & Climate near Chogolisa
Chogolisa's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -38°C to -4°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -38° - -26° | -45° | 5 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
| February | Poor | -38° - -25° | -46° | 7 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Poor | -34° - -22° | -43° | 10 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -27° - -18° | -33° | 12 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.0h |
| May | Poor | -21° - -13° | -28° | 18 mm | overcast | 74% | 6.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Poor | -17° - -8° | -23° | 15 mm | overcast | 70% | 7.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Poor | -13° - -4° | -16° | 85 mm | overcast | 68% | 6.4 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Poor | -13° - -4° | -15° | 73 mm | overcast | 71% | 4.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Poor | -17° - -8° | -22° | 39 mm | overcast | 69% | 6.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -23° - -14° | -30° | 14 mm | overcast | 68% | 7.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Poor | -30° - -20° | -36° | 5 mm | overcast | 74% | 5.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Poor | -35° - -23° | -41° | 13 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
How to Get to Chogolisa
Access to the region begins in Skardu or Gilgit; most expeditions fly to Skardu or drive the Karakoram Highway then proceed overland to Askole and the Baltoro Glacier. From Askole, treks of several days reach high base camp areas; Chogolisa approaches require extensive expedition planning.
Tips for Visiting Chogolisa
- Only attempt expeditions with experienced high‑altitude guides and proper acclimatization - Chogolisa is a serious Himalayan peak.
- Check current climbing route information and permit requirements through Pakistan's mountaineering authorities.
- Weather windows are short; coordinate logistics around established expedition schedules (June-August main season).