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January in Baruun Urt brings very low temperatures, with highs of -14°C (7°F) and nights dropping to -25°C (-13°F). It's also the driest month of the year, ideal for those who want to avoid rain.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Baruun Urt. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Baruun Urt typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around -14°C (7°F). Nights are very cold, with lows around -25°C (-13°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Baruun Urt spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Baruun Urt from 1980 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Mongolia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mongolia in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Winter clothing is essential for visiting Baruun Urt in January. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Wind Speed
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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