The weather in Ulaanbaatar is changeable with four main seasons including Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. The city is located at 1,305m above sea level, hence the Ulaanbaatar climate is the featured steppe climate. The annual average Ulaanbaatar temperature is -0.7 °C / 30.7 °F, and annual rainfall is 256 mm/ 10.1 inches. January is the coldest month of the year and July is the hottest month in Ulaanbaatar. Summer is the perfect time to visit Ulaanbaatar, because it has longer days, and warm climate which are beneficial to explore different destinations in Ulaanbaatar.
Ulaanbaatar Weather by Month
Ulaanbaatar Seasons - Temperature & Clothing Guide
Spring (March to May)
In spring, the Ulaanbaatar weather is changeable when you can experience four seasons in one day because of the large daily temperature difference. The average temperature in the Spring season varies between 5-15°C (41-59°F). In this dry and sunny season, you can enjoy the beauty of nature as plants are coming into life again. It is suggested that you carry a windproof rain jacket and also lightweight cloths. You can enjoy various festivals such as Ice festivals, 1000 Camel Festival, and Yak Festival. To breathe fresh spring air and appreciate blooming flowers and green grasslands, you can visit the
Hustai National Park and
Gorkhi Terelj National Park.
Summer (June to August)
Summers is the
best time to visit Ulaanbaatar. It is the perfect time to witness the most spectacular scenery of the year, for the grassland is the greenest. In this season, the average temperature starts from 20°C (68°F) and rises to 25°C (77°F). Summer has a few rainy days. Suitable clothes to wear in Ulaanbaatar in summer include t-shirt and a thin overcoat. Raincoat is also necessary in case of rains. You can enjoy the
Mongolian Naadam Festival in Ulaanbaatar in summer. You can also enjoy this decent season by driving out of the city to enjoy the countryside scenery.
Autumn (September to October)
Autumn with pleasant weather in Ulaanbaatar is the perfect time to explore the colorful landscape. The temperature varies from 3-10°C (37.4-50°F). You can travel around the city to explore varying colors in the forests and attend
Golden Eagle Festival, where you can witness eagle hunters on horses and the rich culture of Kazakh people. To capture those unique moments, it is a must to carry a camera. In this season, you can also visit the
Gobi Desert, which is known as the land of the dinosaur, for birdwatching, wildlife spotting, hiking, and horse riding. Before departure, you should pack hoodie, sweater and a thick overcoat.
Winter (November to February)
Winter is full of snowstorms and freezing cold wind, which is not friendly for outdoor activities. But you can enjoy white landscapes. The temperature varies between -25 - -30°C (-13 - -22°F). You need to wear woolens and other warm thick clothes. During Winter, you can experience Mongolian culture in
Tsagaan Sar (Lunar New Year) and taste delicious
Mongolian cuisine. During the Winter Horse Festival you may also enjoy the parade of rare horses, traditional singing and dancing performances, and horse race, etc.
- Last updated on Jan. 11, 2023 by Zoey Gong -