Mongolia

Mongolia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mongolia in April.

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Ulaanbaatar Baruun Urt Ölgii Tsetserleg

Considering a trip to Mongolia this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mongolia in April

April in Mongolia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Ölgii at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Zamiin Ude at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Zamiin Ude and -5°C (23°F) in Ölgii.

To explore the conditions in Mongolia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Dalanzadgad with an average of 8.7 mm (0.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Tsetserleg with 31 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Ulaanbaatar typically receives 263 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Mongolia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mongolia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ulaanbaatar)

January-15°C (5°F) February-10°C (14°F) March0°C (32°F) April9°C (48°F) May16°C (61°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August22°C (72°F) September16°C (61°F) October7°C (45°F) November-5°C (23°F) December-13°C (9°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mongolia in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mongolia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Mongolia

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Mongolia?

Temperature range in Mongolia (April)

Precipitation variation in Mongolia (April)

Ulaanbaatar

In April Ulaanbaatar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
263 hours
300 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ulaanbaatar →

Gobi desert

In April Gobi desert generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
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Baitag

In April Baitag generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
12°C (54°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
295 hours
333 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Baitag →

Baruun Urt

In April Baruun Urt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
12°C (54°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-3°C (27°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
275 hours
305 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Baruun Urt →

Dalanzadgad

In April Dalanzadgad generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dalanzadgad →

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Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mongolia in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ulaanbaatar 9°C (48°F) -5°C (23°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Baruun Urt 12°C (54°F) -3°C (27°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Ölgii 8°C (46°F) -5°C (23°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Tsetserleg 10°C (50°F) -5°C (23°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Dalanzadgad 14°C (57°F) 0°C (32°F) 8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Saikhan-ovoo 15°C (59°F) -1°C (30°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)

Mongolia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mongolia in April?

April in Mongolia brings unpleasant weather. In Ulaanbaatar, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in Mongolia in April?

In Ulaanbaatar, the average daytime high in April is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -5°C (23°F).

Does Mongolia get a lot of snow/rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Mongolia. Ulaanbaatar averages only about 20 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Mongolia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Mongolia with often unpleasant weather in Ulaanbaatar.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Ulaanbaatar. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Mongolia.

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