Mongolia, MongoliaQuick decision
When to visit Mongolia?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
9°C–23°C in June
🌧 Least rain
31% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
November (12%)
📅 Best score
8.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Steppes & nomadic lifeJun–Sep — yurts, horseback riding, Mongolian hospitality, vastness.
Gobi DesertJun–Sep — Khongoryn Els dunes, Bayanzag cliffs, camels.
Naadam FestivalJul 11–13 — wrestling, archery, horse racing, national celebration.
BudgetJun–Sep — only practicable window, organized tours $50–80/day.
Monthly climate data
Mongolia weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -23°C | -13°C | 3% | 0.1 | 8.0h | 5.2/10 |
| ❄️ February | -21°C | -9°C | 2% | 0.1 | 9.8h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌨️ March | -9°C | 2°C | 7% | 0.3 | 11.2h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌫️ April | -3°C | 10°C | 15% | 0.5 | 12.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 2°C | 17°C | 20% | 0.9 | 13.3h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 9°C | 23°C | 31% | 1.8 | 13.3h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 13°C | 25°C | 40% | 2.7 | 12.6h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 11°C | 22°C | 40% | 3.1 | 12.3h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ September | 4°C | 17°C | 25% | 1.5 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌫️ October | -4°C | 6°C | 13% | 0.4 | 9.8h | 5.6/10 |
| ❄️ November | -13°C | -4°C | 12% | 0.4 | 8.7h | 5.0/10 |
| ❄️ December | -21°C | -12°C | 4% | 0.1 | 7.9h | 5.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 10°C, 14% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 23°C, 37% rainy days, 12.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 6°C, 17% rainy days, 9.8h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average -11°C, 3% rainy days, 8.6h sunshine/day. Score: 5.4/10.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
June is ideal with 31% rainy days and 23°C.
November is the wettest month with 12% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 23°C.
In winter, the average score is 5.4/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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