- Coronavirus
How long does SARS-CoV-2 survive on surfaces?
At some temperatures, the virus can last for days or even weeks.
There are a variety of coronaviruses, some of which can cause mild respiratory infections in humans. Only a few coronavirus species can also cause more severe respiratory infections. These species include the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, which was first detected in humans in 2019. The disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 is called COVID-19.