Geography of Mongolia
Geography of Mongolia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Mongolia
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Coordinates: 47°53′11″N 106°54′20.5″E (47.8864, 106.9057)
Quick facts about Mongolia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 47°53′11″N 106°54′20.5″E (47.8864, 106.9057) |
| Capital | Ulaanbaatar |
| Population | 3.400.000 |
| Area | 603.908 sq mi |
| ISO code | MN |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MNG |
| Currency | Mongolian tugrik (MNT) |
| Languages | Mongolian |
| Calling code | +976 |
| Time zone | Asia/Ulaanbaatar |
| Local time | 2:50 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Mongolia is a country in Asia. Mongolia is a country in Asia with its capital at Ulaanbaatar. It has a population of about 3.4 million. The capital is Ulaanbaatar.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Mongolia with clear sky. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 34°F to 54°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Mongolia is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is polar. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -13°F.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 54°F is 10.3°F above the 44°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Mongolia today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Mongolia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8° | -13° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 14° | -11° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 33° | 10° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 50° | 27° | 0,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 64° | 39° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 47° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 56° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 72° | 52° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 40° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 44° | 25° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 26° | 9° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 8° | -9° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mongolia?
Mongolia is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 47.8864, 106.9057. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Mongolia right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 33% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mongolia?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Mongolia, which has a polar climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mongolia in?
Mongolia observes Asia/Ulaanbaatar (UTC+08:00). The local time is 2:50 PM.
How many people live in Mongolia?
Mongolia has a population of approximately 3.4 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 2:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
