Kanjut SarKanjut Sar at a Glance
Tips for Visiting Kanjut Sar
- Kanjut Sar is a high, technical Karakoram peak that requires an organised expedition-contact reputable Pakistani expedition operators based in Gilgit‑Baltistan for logistics and local knowledge.
- Obtain the necessary climbing permits and a liaison officer/permit clearance from Pakistani authorities well in advance and plan acclimatisation days into your itinerary for safety at altitude.
- Approach planning assuming no local infrastructure: arrange experienced high‑altitude guides, porters and insurance suitable for remote, technical Himalayan expeditions.
Things to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Kanjut Sar
For attempts or visits related to the mountain, the short summer window (June-August) is the usual period for expeditions; outside that season conditions are severe and access limited.
Climbing season (expedition window)
Jun-Aug · Base camp ~0-10°C; summit far below freezing
Summer is the standard window for high-altitude expeditions in the Karakoram when weather is comparatively milder and climbs are attempted.
Shoulder/outside season (high risk)
Sep-May · much colder at altitude (well below freezing)
Outside the summer window conditions are far harsher, routes are more dangerous, and access is generally impractical for most visitors.
Weather & Climate near Kanjut Sar
Climate
Kanjut Sar's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -38°C to -5°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 37
Good
Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuaryNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
12°
Warmest Month
-37°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -37° - -26° | -46° | 14 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -38° - -25° | -47° | 17 mm | overcast | 91% | 7.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Poor | -35° - -22° | -44° | 20 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -27° - -19° | -35° | 21 mm | overcast | 79% | 6.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.0h |
| May | Poor | -21° - -14° | -29° | 31 mm | overcast | 70% | 7.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.0h |
| June | Poor | -18° - -10° | -25° | 22 mm | overcast | 63% | 8.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Poor | -14° - -5° | -18° | 104 mm | overcast | 60% | 7.0 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Poor | -14° - -5° | -17° | 88 mm | overcast | 64% | 5.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Poor | -18° - -9° | -23° | 49 mm | overcast | 63% | 7.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -23° - -15° | -31° | 22 mm | overcast | 63% | 7.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.1h |
| November | Poor | -30° - -20° | -38° | 9 mm | overcast | 73% | 6.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.1h |
| December | Poor | -35° - -23° | -42° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 6.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.6h |