Best time to visit Mongolia

Are you looking for top-secret information about when to visit Mongolia? Look no further! May-July is the best time to go to Mongolia due to the excellent all-round climate conditions, and it’s not likely to be at its busiest as it’s not during the height of the peak travel season.

The warmest month of the year in Ulaanbaatar, one of the most popular travel destinations in Mongolia, is July, where the average maximum temperature gets to around 22℃ (71℉). Temperatures can reach as high as 24℃ (74℉) on the hottest days in summer. The temperature at night in the winter can drop to as low as -35℃ (-30℉), although this can differ at other destinations across Mongolia depending on the geography.

The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Mongolia are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. July sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in January instead.

Below you’ll find loads more detailed information about when to travel to Mongolia, including a monthly climate breakdown for the top destinations and loads of tools and recommendations to help you find flights and accommodation to suit your budget.