Mongolia Weather in December
Season: Winter
The Mongolia climate in December is strongly continental. This means, the weather in Mongolia in December has frigid and long winter time and shorter. There is a wide range in the temperature difference between these two climates. There is a thermal high pressure system that dominates the winter months and keeps the sky clear.
The highest and the lowest Mongolia temperature in December vary from -13°C to -22°C (-7.6°F -8.6°F). The warmest temperature can be around -10°C while the coldest temperature is around -26°C. The average relative humidity is close to 78% and records a summative of up to 4mm (0.2") of precipitation. Mongolia weather in December is harshly cold and has the most snowfall days in the year. Typically, it snows for about ten days here in December. Also, when you travel to Mongolia in December, you can experience the shortest days of the year. It receives an average of 8.5 hours of daylight of which sunlight remains for no more than five hours.
The mercury drops so much that there is no such festivals around in December. This is not the best month for sightseeing as well, although the snowy landscape is scene to behold. However, you can see people gearing up for the New Year’s celebration (See also Tsagaan Sar - Mongolia New Year). It includes a lot of vodka, beer and fireworks. But, in general, there is no big celebration for the Christmas except in the capital as the nomads mainly follow the lunar calendar.
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For the Mongolian winter, you must wear a base layer of wool or anything that is thermal. For clothes to wear in Mongolia in December, cotton is a big no-no. Wool or cashmere attires are also good choice to make the second layer. The outer layer should be covered with something dry and warm. Wool socks, boots, gloves and warmers, scarves, and Hats are other things to pack to keep yourself warm and cozy.
The other accessories to pack include- Sunglasses, Lip protection, Skin Cream, Back-up battery, camera, and Thermos.
The Mongolia climate in December is strongly continental. This means, the weather in Mongolia in December has frigid and long winter time and shorter. There is a wide range in the temperature difference between these two climates. There is a thermal high pressure system that dominates the winter months and keeps the sky clear.
The highest and the lowest Mongolia temperature in December vary from -13°C to -22°C (-7.6°F -8.6°F). The warmest temperature can be around -10°C while the coldest temperature is around -26°C. The average relative humidity is close to 78% and records a summative of up to 4mm (0.2") of precipitation. Mongolia weather in December is harshly cold and has the most snowfall days in the year. Typically, it snows for about ten days here in December. Also, when you travel to Mongolia in December, you can experience the shortest days of the year. It receives an average of 8.5 hours of daylight of which sunlight remains for no more than five hours.
The mercury drops so much that there is no such festivals around in December. This is not the best month for sightseeing as well, although the snowy landscape is scene to behold. However, you can see people gearing up for the New Year’s celebration (See also Tsagaan Sar - Mongolia New Year). It includes a lot of vodka, beer and fireworks. But, in general, there is no big celebration for the Christmas except in the capital as the nomads mainly follow the lunar calendar.
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What to Wear?
The other accessories to pack include- Sunglasses, Lip protection, Skin Cream, Back-up battery, camera, and Thermos.
Where to Go and Travel Tips?
Mongolia weather in December can go as low as -43°C (-45°F). Chances are really low that you will get temperature anything more than 1°C. Therefore, it is a relatively bad trip choice to make a plan for Mongolia in December. The cold weather in northern Mongolia lasts a bit longer than the Gobi Desert region.See also Top 7 Things to Do in Mongolia in the Winter
However, if you have already packed our bags, you will experience one of the most winter places on earth. The Mongolian winter is harsh but has its own beauty and would be an amazing experience for the adventure lovers. Pack our cameras and enjoy the white landscapes, along with the bluest skies, and leas polluted air. You can experience how Mongolians survive the extreme cold winters.
- Last updated on Dec. 18, 2020 -