Gobi desert weather in January (Mongolia)

Wondering what the weather is like in Gobi desert during January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Gobi desert usually has very low temperatures and almost no snowfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near -10°C, cooling down at night to around -23°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Gobi desert in January usually receives almost no snowfall, averaging around 2.4 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 3 days of snow.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Gobi desert. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gobi desert climate page with graphs.

 

Gobi desert, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -23°C  

Max Temperature -10°C  

Chance of Rain 9%  

Precipitation 2.4 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Where to go in Mongolia in January

Find out more about the weather in Mongolia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Gobi desert should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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