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Photo: Ben Tubby

Himalaya/Karakoram Peak 6000m+

Height: 6000m+

Min. Temp

Day:  0°C to -10°C

Night:  -10°C to -20°C

Normal range of Min. Temp high on mountain (without windchill) pre-monsoon

Gear Recommendations

Essential
  • Down & Synthetic Jackets
  • Down Trousers & Salopettes
  • Insulated Mitts
  • Shell Jacket
  • Shell Trousers & Salopettes
  • Sleeping Bags
  • Extreme Balaclava
  • Down & Synth Vests
  • Sleep Systems
Optional
  • Insulated Socks

Weather

The temperatures quoted are for pre-monsoon ascents, April to mid June.


Post-monsoon (September to November) temperatures are likely to be a little lower and will fall further in December with the onset of Himalayan winter.


In other areas beyond reach of the monsoon (Karakoram, Pamirs, etc.) climbing may continue through the summer.

Wind chill rating: Medium

Gear Notes

Support may be provided to Base Camp, but you will be carrying your own gear higher up.

Guided Trips

Recommendation coming soon.

Pointers

  • Lightweight
  • Windchill
  • Personal Metabolism
  • Sleeping bag zips
  • Down vs. Synthetic
  • One-piece Suits
  • Other trips
  • PHD Sizing
  • Temperature Ratings

Recommended Gear for Himalaya/Karakoram Peak 6000m+

Down & Synthetic Jackets
image of Down & Synthetic Jackets
Down Trousers & Salopettes
image of Down Trousers & Salopettes
Insulated Mitts
image of Insulated Mitts
Shell Jacket
image of Shell Jacket
Shell Trousers & Salopettes
image of Shell Trousers & Salopettes
Sleeping Bags
image of Sleeping Bags
Extreme Balaclava
image of Extreme Balaclava
Down & Synth Vests
image of Down & Synth Vests
Sleep Systems
image of Sleep Systems

Optional Gear for Himalaya/Karakoram Peak 6000m+

Insulated Socks
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