The best times to visit Mongolia for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Mongolia Travel Info

Weather in Mongolia

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mongolia vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Mongolia, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 80.4°F (26.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55.3°F (12.9°C) at night.

Mongolia Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Mongolia Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Mongolia Perceived Temperature (F)

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Mongolia Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Mongolia Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 5.3 -6.7 -17.6
Feb 14.5 1 -12.1
Mar 32.8 19.8 5.2
Apr 52 39.6 24.7
May 64 51.8 36.2
Jun 74.4 62.7 48.7
Jul 78.5 67.2 54.2
Aug 75.2 63.1 49.7
Sep 63.8 50.8 36.7
Oct 48.3 35.5 22.6
Nov 26.7 15 3.5
Dec 9.7 -1.2 -11.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -14.8 -21.5 -27.6
Feb -9.7 -17.2 -24.5
Mar 0.4 -6.8 -14.9
Apr 11.1 4.2 -4.1
May 17.8 11 2.3
Jun 23.6 17.1 9.3
Jul 25.8 19.6 12.3
Aug 24 17.3 9.8
Sep 17.7 10.4 2.6
Oct 9.1 1.9 -5.2
Nov -2.9 -9.4 -15.8
Dec -12.4 -18.4 -24.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mongolia are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Mongolia? Weather stations report far greater snow than most tourist destinations snow through most of the year likely to be deepest around August, especially close to mid August. The best time to ski (if at all) in Mongolia is often around around June 25th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Mongolia.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Mongolia (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 2.2 0.1
Feb 1% 2.2 0.1
Mar 2% 2.2 0.2
Apr 3% 2.1 0.3
May 6% 1.3 0.7
Jun 14% 2.3 1.7
Jul 16% 66.8 1.9
Aug 13% 95.5 1.8
Sep 6% 6 0.7
Oct 3% 1.5 0.3
Nov 2% 1.6 0.2
Dec 1% 2.1 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 5.6 0.3
Feb 1 5.6 0.3
Mar 2 5.6 0.5
Apr 3 5.3 0.8
May 6 3.3 1.8
Jun 14 5.8 4.3
Jul 16 169.7 4.8
Aug 13 242.6 4.6
Sep 6 15.2 1.8
Oct 3 3.8 0.8
Nov 2 4.1 0.5
Dec 1 5.3 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Mongolia has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (28.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (54.7%).

Wind in Mongolia is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and June. May’s average wind speed of around 8.4 knots (9.7 MPH or 15.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 15.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Mongolia.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.4 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 5 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 12.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 8.4 Gentle breeze 15.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.7 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 11.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 11.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.9 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Nov 5.4 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 5 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54%
Feb 48.5%
Mar 39.5%
Apr 29.8%
May 28.1%
Jun 37.9%
Jul 42.9%
Aug 42.8%
Sep 38.5%
Oct 40.5%
Nov 50.5%
Dec 54.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Mongolia?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Mongolia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Mongolia is October, followed by August and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Mongolia in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 42.4 in February means 42.4% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Mongolia Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Mongolia, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 19.1°F (-7.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Mongolia to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 3.9°F (-15.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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