Mongolia Weather in July

Season: Onset of Rainy Season and Moderate Summer
 
There are endless questions on what is the weather in Mongolia in July and how can one enjoy in such weather? Here is a little guide. July is the warmest month with an average low temperature of 12.9°C (55.2°F) and the average high-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).
 
The truth about Mongolia temperature in July is that the average temperature is around 32–40 °C (90–104 °F) in most of the interior parts of the country. The monsoon in Mongolia starts from June and stays up Until September; the country also receives humid southwest summer and spreads across the country by early June.
 

★ Humidity

The relative humidity in the month of July is 60%.
 

★ Rainfall

July is the month when the capital of Mongolia receives around 16 days of rainfall every year. Throughout July, The capital receives 64mm (2.5") rain and a considerate amount of precipitation is accumulated.
 

Festival in Mongolia in July

Mongolia weather in July is suitable for tourists and there is a plus point because July has the famous Naadam Festival. If you are planning travel to Mongolia in July, you will be able to attend the famous Naadam Festival that the Mongolians celebrate every year. The dates might vary or shift a few days but it is always celebrated in July. Some of the cities also have dedicated dates for the festival, as the capital celebrates it from July 11th- 12th.

See also 5 Best Traditional Mongolia Festivals​
 

What to Wear in Mongolia in July

Weather in Mongolia in July is very favorable for tourists, especially for people who want to enjoy the rain and moderate summer. The question about what to wear in Mongolia in July is the most important if you are more into dressing up pretty while travelling.
 
Clothes to wear in Mongolia in July include layers. Mongolia climate in July is favorable for the tourist to wear fleece or cashmere jumper, cotton and light woolen socks, lightweight jacket, outdoor waterproof boots, waterproof suit, small thin scarves, large cotton scarf, etc. However, if you were to search for the information about how cold does it get in Mongolia in July, then you would pack all the warm wears like, heavy jacket, sweaters, scarf as a backup.
 
If your plans are to explore the Gobi desert, then you ought to know that the mornings in the deserts are too warm, and the nights apparently too cold. Therefore, we suggest you get your warm wear to protect yourself like coats, long sleeves shirt, scarves, and sun block cream.
 

July Travel Guide – Where to Go & Tips

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Mongolia is a beautiful country and it certainly has many interesting things to do, like explore Ulaanbaatar, stay in an eco-camp, go horseback riding, stargazing, etc. You can also visit the Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes to explore the beauty of sand dunes before the sunset. Here is a detailed list:
 
★ 1. Local Naadam Festival, Kharkhorin soum, Uvurkhangai Province (4.2/5 stars)
Naadam Festival is celebrated in the entire country, and after the capital city, other cities call it the local Nadaam Festival because there is a slight difference in rituals.
 
★ 2. Olympic-like Mongolian Naadam Festival in Ulaanbaatar city (4.7/5 stars)
Mongolia weather in July complements this elaborate festival in the capital city. The pleasant weather allows people to enjoy, rejoice, and participate in Mongolian wrestling, horseracing, and archery.
 
★ 3. Gobi March, Bulgan and Uvurkhangai province (3.8/5 stars)
The Gobi March is a footrace that takes place in 7-day, for 250 km/ 155mi in the stunning Karakorum region situated in the Central Mongolia.
 

Important Travel Tips

•Protection against sun damage is necessary
•Stay in shade between 10 am and 4 pm, or carry umbrella and sun block creams
•You must consider wearing any long-sleeve shirts, and bottoms to save your skin from harsh UV rays
•The UV radiation during the day gets intense and you will have to seek protection. However, the canopies and parasols do not provide proper shade, so arrange accordingly
•Do not miss the Naadam Festival in July
•Mongolia weather in July is the most pleasant, so do set up to explore during the day as well as at night
- Last updated on Dec. 18, 2020 -