Does HIV survive in cold weather outside of the body?

[Nate1992]

Just curious. I am trying to expand my knowledge of HIV and further destroy my anxiety of it. I have read that HIV will die when exposed to extreme heat, but will survive longer in cold weather conditions. Now, does that mean HIV can survive in cold weather conditions outside of the body, or in a controlled environment? I know HIV dies quickly outside of  it's host (the body), but I just wanted some clarification. If anyone cares to answer, it is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

[Nate1992]

Thank you for all the replies.

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[Andyjohn]

Hiv virus is not able to survive outside body and it dies as soon as it is exposed to envoirnment within seconds......it does not matter whether the envoirnment is cold or hot...

[Vance2335]

Controlled enviroment, outside the body no matter what becomes inactive quickly.