Mountain in Nepal

Current Local Time in Mount Everest

Current local time and time zone in Mount Everest, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ -3°F now🕔 6:59 PM local📅 Best: April, May and June⛰ 29.032 ft

Current local time in Mount Everest

6:59 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Kathmandu
UTC offsetUTC+05:45
UTC now1:14 PM
Sunrise5:31 AM
Sunset6:28 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:31 AM
Sunset6:28 PM
Daylight12h 57m
Solar noon11:59 AM
Golden hour (am)5:31 AM - 6:31 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:28 PM - 6:28 PM
Blue hour (am)5:01 AM - 5:31 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:28 PM - 6:58 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 75%
Moonrise3:15 PM
Moonset12:45 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Mount Everest

TypeMountain
CountryNepal
ContinentAsia
Coordinates27°59′17.2″N 86°55′30″E (27.9881, 86.925)
Elevation29.032 ft
Known forthe highest mountain on Earth
Local time6:59 PM (UTC+05:45)
Best monthsApril, May and June
ClimatePolar

Summary

Mount Everest is a mountain in Nepal. Mount Everest is a mountain known as the highest mountain on Earth. It sits at 29.032 ft above sea level.

Right now it is -3°F (-20°C) in Mount Everest with overcast. It feels like -11°F. Today runs from -4°F to 2°F. Chance of precipitation is 26%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.3/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Mount Everest is April, May and June. The climate is polar. July, August and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 1°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -50°F.

The closest major airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), about 98 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Kangchenjunga and Annapurna.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 2°F is in line with the 0°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near -4°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 27°59′17.2″N 86°55′30″E (27.9881, 86.925)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mount Everest?

Mount Everest is a mountain in Nepal. Its coordinates are 27.9881, 86.925. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Mount Everest right now?

It is currently -3°F (-20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 98% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Mount Everest?

April, May and June offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Everest, which has a polar climate. July, August and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Mount Everest in?

Mount Everest observes Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+05:45). The local time is 6:59 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Mount Everest?

The closest airports are Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 98 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Mount Everest?

Popular options include Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Kangchenjunga and Annapurna.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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