Best times to visit Mongolia

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Mongolia Weather by the Seasons

Winter

From November to February, winter prevails, with temperatures consistently well below freezing. In January and February, the temperature can drop as low as -30 °C and usually won’t exceed freezing until April arrives. If visiting during this time, very warm clothing is essential, as wind chill plays a significant role. This season is marked by strong winds and a snow-covered landscape, though there are often days of fine, clear weather that breakthrough, allowing the sun to shine down on the snow.

Spring

Springtime breaks in March and April, and temperatures are generally below freezing. The locals consider this to be the worst of the year. After a long winter with harsh weather, livestock will be thin and may be close to death. There will be much hardship throughout the region, particularly amongst the nomads.

Summer

The summer season starts in May and lasts until August with temperatures peaking in July. This is the most popular season for tourists visiting Mongolia. We might still see some snowfall, but the weather is usually good. Almost all of the rain in Mongolia falls between June and September; this is due to the influence of the Chinese summer monsoon. The rainfall is heaviest in November, causing the rivers to begin to swell and greenery to return to the landscape.

Autumn

September and October see cooler weather throughout Mongolia. When autumn sets in, changing colors in the forests of the north provide even more appeal to the already spectacular landscape. At this time of year, the weather is known to be extremely variable, and clothing should cater to pretty broad conditions. There may be occasional snow in the north; however, travel is generally unaffected.