Gobi desert weather in May (Mongolia)
Is May a good time to explore Gobi desert weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.
Temperatures
During May, Gobi desert is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 20°C, cooling down at night to around 4°C.
Precipitation
Gobi desert in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gobi desert climate page with graphs.
Gobi desert, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
24%
Precipitation
18 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Where to go in Mongolia in May
Find out more about the weather in Mongolia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Gobi desert, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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