What is the best time to travel to Mongolia?
The best time to travel to Mongolia is from May to September. Summer (June-August) offers pleasant weather for exploring the steppe and Gobi Desert, while July allows you to attend the Naadam national festival.
The ideal season: May to September
The May to September period concentrates the most favorable conditions for discovering Mongolia. Temperatures are mild, roads are passable and Mongolian nature reveals all its beauty.
Advantages by period
- June-August (summer): pleasant climate for the steppe and Gobi desert, mild temperatures, long days.
- July: period of the national Naadam festival with the three traditional sports (wrestling, horse racing, archery).
- September: fewer tourists, magnificent autumn colors, still bearable temperatures.
- May: nature's awakening after winter, often more advantageous rates.
Key points
Avoid the Mongolian winter (November to March) where temperatures can drop to -40°C. Spring (April) remains unpredictable with possible sandstorms.