Climate of Govi-Altai, Mongolia
Area-weighted average across Govi-Altai. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Govi-Altai, a subdivision of Mongolia, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -16.9°C / 1.6°F in January to 18.5°C / 65.3°F in July, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 27 mm / 1.1 in depending on the season (94 mm / 3.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -16.9°C1.6°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| February | -13.3°C8.1°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| March | -5.4°C22.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| April | 3.6°C38.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| May | 11.1°C52°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| June | 16.8°C62.2°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.5°C65.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.8°C62.2°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 10.6°C51.1°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| October | 1.9°C35.4°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| November | -7.7°C18.1°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| December | -14.6°C5.7°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Govi-Altai?
The best months to visit Govi-Altai, Mongolia for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 18.5°C / 65.3°F, and the driest is January with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Govi-Altai?
Govi-Altai, Mongolia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -16.9°C / 1.6°F in January to 18.5°C / 65.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 94 mm / 3.7 in, with the wettest month being July (27 mm / 1.1 in) and the driest January (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Govi-Altai?
The hottest month in Govi-Altai is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.5°C / 65.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Govi-Altai?
The coldest month in Govi-Altai is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -16.9°C / 1.6°F.
When does it rain most in Govi-Altai?
The wettest month in Govi-Altai is July, averaging about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 1 mm / 0 in.