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Gobi desert Weather in April
With daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of -2°C (28°F), April in Gobi desert brings moderate temperatures during the day. Minimal snow/rainfall makes it a largely dry month.
Rainfall in Gobi desert in April
Typically, about 5 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) for the month. The odd shower may pass through, but it usually doesn't amount to much. A largely dry month overall.
Temperature in Gobi desert in April
April in Gobi desert sees highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.For Gobi desert itself, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Gobi desert Temperature in April
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
11 mm (0.4 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Gobi desert Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
41-year average (1984-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gobi desert typically rise from around 10°C (50°F) at the start of April to approximately 17°C (63°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -6°C (21°F) to 4°C (39°F).
Average temperatures in April
Historical weather records for Gobi desert in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Gobi desert spanning 44 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Gobi desert historical weather extremes in April
Based on 29 years of weather observations in Gobi desert between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Gobi desert recorded its highest April temperature of 30°C (86°F) on April 30, 2020.
- Gobi desert registered its coldest April night on April 12, 2010, with temperatures dropping to -19°C (-2°F).
Best Places in Mongolia in April
Find out more about the weather in Mongolia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mongolia in April →
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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).
What to Wear in Gobi desert in April
The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Gobi desert in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Gobi desert 3-Day Forecast
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