Climate of Mongolia — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Mongolia. Part of Eastern Asia, Asia.
Located in Eastern Asia, Asia, Mongolia has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -21°C / -5.8°F in January to 21°C / 69.8°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 208 mm / 8.2 in — driest in January (2 mm / 0.1 in), wettest in July (60 mm / 2.4 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21°C-5.8°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| February | -16°C3.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| March | -7°C19.4°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| April | 4°C39.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| May | 13°C55.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| June | 19°C66.2°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 21°C69.8°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| August | 19°C66.2°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 12°C53.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | — |
| October | 3°C37.4°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
| November | -8°C17.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -18°C-0.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mongolia?
The best months to visit Mongolia for sunny, dry weather are June, August. The warmest month is July (21°C / 69.8°F average), and the driest is January (~2 mm / 0.1 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Mongolia?
Mongolia has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -21°C / -5.8°F in January to 21°C / 69.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 208 mm / 8.2 in, with the wettest month being July (60 mm / 2.4 in) and the driest January (2 mm / 0.1 in). Regional variation within Mongolia can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Mongolia?
The hottest month in Mongolia is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 21°C / 69.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Mongolia?
The coldest month in Mongolia is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -21°C / -5.8°F.
When does it rain most in Mongolia?
The wettest month in Mongolia is July, averaging about 60 mm / 2.4 in of rain. The driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.