Ulaanbaatar weather in January (Mongolia)
Looking to travel to Ulaanbaatar in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Ulaanbaatar generally has very low temperatures and almost no snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -15°C, while nights can cool down to about -28°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Ulaanbaatar in January usually receives almost no snowfall, averaging around 3.6 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 3 days of snowfall is expected.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 180 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ulaanbaatar. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ulaanbaatar climate page with graphs.
Ulaanbaatar, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-28°C
Max Temperature
-15°C
Chance of Rain
11%
Precipitation
3.6 mm
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
78%
Sunshine
180 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Mongolia in January
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So, what should you wear in Ulaanbaatar in January?
Visitors traveling to Ulaanbaatar 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 in January.
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