Mongolia Weather in January
Season: Winter
If you wish to travel to Mongolia in January, it is better to be prepared. January is the coldest winter month in Mongolia. The Mongolia weather in January drops to -24.6 °C (-12.28 °F). Afternoons are no respite although the sun is shining. The sunshine is weak, and the temperature is around -15.6 °C (3.9 °F) in Ulaanbaatar. Mongolian temperature in January nights can be as freezing as -40 °C (-40 °F). It does not snow much at this time; the weather is arid. The days are shorter, and the nights longer.
In January, you may spend the New Year and can celebrate the Mongolian Constitution Day (the new constitution was adopted in 1992). The extreme cold does not make this month too favorable for tourists but the adventurous can plan a visit to find out for themselves.
Clothes to wear in Mongolia in January
January Travel Guide – Where to Go & Tips
January in Mongolia, being extremely cold, attract less people, giving you opportunity to see the best places peacefully, at comparatively cheaper rates. The temperature is subzero, lakes freeze to the bottom; you can almost see your reflection. The rivers too turn to solid ice in a funny sort of a way. However, it does not snow here as much as its neighboring country, Russia. Braving the weather is the most important lookout so, be sure to cover yourself safely to avoid frostbites and not spoil your chances of touring around the country. Don’t forget to guard your feet.
The snow-covered steppe (5 star)
Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex (5 star)
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park (5 star)
Wildlife (5 star)
Dogsled (4 star)
After all this adventure with the Mongolia weather in January, return to your camp and treat yourself to a hot cup of salty Mongolian tea (suutei tsai) with steaming mutton and beef fat dumplings (buuz). Meat fat is an integral part of the Mongolian cuisine as it helps them to stay warm. Also, local vodka, beer and fermented camel milk will help you keep warm in the freezing Mongolia weather in January. The flavor of local Mongolian food is well preserved in the Zochin Cafe, Ulaanbaatar's Peace Avenue, in case you wish to try out some.Read more about Top 7 Things to Do in Mongolia in the Winter
Tips
2. Travel in cars and make your tour worth remembering. Don’t walk outside for a long time.
3. Supplement high-calorie food in time.
- Last updated on May. 17, 2021 -