Mongolia

Mongolia Weather in August

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

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Ulaanbaatar Baruun Urt Ölgii Tsetserleg

Planning a getaway to Mongolia this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mongolia in August

In August, Mongolia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Ölgii at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Zamiin Ude at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Zamiin Ude and 8°C (46°F) in Ölgii.

For specific regional insights in Mongolia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Baitag with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to high rainfall in Tarialan with 101 mm (4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Ulaanbaatar.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Ulaanbaatar typically receives 259 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mongolia in August

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Mongolia?

Temperature range in Mongolia (August)

Precipitation variation in Mongolia (August)

Ulaanbaatar

In August Ulaanbaatar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
259 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Ulaanbaatar →

Gobi desert

In August Gobi desert generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gobi desert →

Baitag

In August Baitag generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
352 hours
331 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baitag →

Baruun Urt

In August Baruun Urt generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
290 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baruun Urt →

Dalanzadgad

In August Dalanzadgad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dalanzadgad →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ulaanbaatar 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Baruun Urt 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ölgii 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Tsetserleg 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Dalanzadgad 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Saikhan-ovoo 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Mongolia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mongolia in August?

Mongolia typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Ulaanbaatar average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mongolia in August?

In Ulaanbaatar, the average daytime high in August is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Mongolia get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Ulaanbaatar averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Mongolia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Mongolia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Mongolia with overall perfect weather in Ulaanbaatar.

On average, the best time to visit Mongolia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Ulaanbaatar. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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