The month in detail
What to expect in August
Summer in Mongolia brings pleasant temperatures (22.0°F) and long sunny days (7.1h of sunshine). Expect rain on 40.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
August ranks 3 out of 12 months in Mongolia. Compared to July: −5°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
10°
Daylight
14.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Mongolia is June (8.0/10), 0.3 pt higher than August.
Context
Our verdict
Mongolia, landlocked country between Russia to the north and China to the south : 3.4 million inhabitants over 1,217,800 sq miles (density among the lowest in the world, 2 inhabitants/km²).
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Mongolia
🗣️LanguageMongol
💶CurrencyTögrög mongol (₮)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 77°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 9°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 40%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Mongolia ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MongoliaTemperate climate with a 8.0 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
47.92°N · 106.92°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mongolia?
June is the best month with 73°F highs, 48°F lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 31.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Mongolia get in June?
Mongolia averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mongolia?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mongolia in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 48°F, while afternoon highs average 73°F.
Is Mongolia good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mongolia scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Mongolia?
November is the most difficult month to visit Mongolia, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Mongolia in August?
The average UV index reaches 4 in August in Mongolia (moderate), with about 14.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.