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 | 5:56 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| 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 70°F (21°C) in Mongolia with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 45°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Mongolia is May, June, July and August. 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Mongolia today at 10/10. 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° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 72° | 52° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 40° | 1,8 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 70°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 34% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mongolia?
May, June, July and August 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 5:56 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 August 25, 2026 at 5:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
