Yutmaru SarYutmaru Sar at a Glance
Things to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Yutmaru Sar
Summer months are the primary season for access; outside that, routes can be blocked by snow and ice.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 5-15°C at base, colder higher
The main climbing and trekking season; passes and approaches are most likely to be open.
Spring/Autumn
Apr-May, Sep-Oct · 0-10°C
Shoulder seasons can work for experienced mountaineers but weather is less forgiving.
Weather & Climate near Yutmaru Sar
Climate
Yutmaru 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 -36°C to -2°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 35
Good
Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuarySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
12°
Warmest Month
-37°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -35° - -24° | -42° | 12 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -36° - -23° | -43° | 16 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Poor | -32° - -20° | -40° | 19 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -24° - -16° | -30° | 20 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.0h |
| May | Poor | -18° - -11° | -24° | 29 mm | overcast | 70% | 6.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.0h |
| June | Poor | -15° - -7° | -20° | 18 mm | overcast | 63% | 6.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Poor | -12° - -2° | -14° | 71 mm | overcast | 60% | 5.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Poor | -11° - -2° | -13° | 60 mm | overcast | 64% | 4.3 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Poor | -16° - -6° | -19° | 36 mm | overcast | 63% | 5.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -21° - -12° | -27° | 20 mm | overcast | 63% | 6.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.1h |
| November | Poor | -28° - -18° | -34° | 8 mm | overcast | 73% | 5.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.1h |
| December | Poor | -33° - -21° | -39° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.6h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Yutmaru Sar
Access to mountains in Gilgit-Baltistan starts from regional hubs such as Gilgit or Skardu. From there, travel on local roads and tracks with experienced local guides or porters; many approaches require multiple days on foot. Check with local trekking agencies about permits and the current condition of the approach routes.
Tips for Visiting Yutmaru Sar
- High-altitude travel demands careful acclimatization-move slowly if trekking in the broader Karakoram region.
- Hire local guides who know current glacial conditions and safe routes; maps may be out of date for glacial terrain.
- Check border and permit requirements for Gilgit-Baltistan; some areas require special authorization.