Region in Khovsgol, Mongolia
Lake Khuvsgul weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lake Khuvsgul
Jun–Sep is warm with green forest; July is busiest and mosquitoes peak. Winter freezes the lake for ice festivals around Feb–Mar, with extreme cold.
Lake Khuvsgul weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-15°3 mm
- Feb-12°3 mm
- Mar-3°7 mm
- Apr6°19 mm
- May13°33 mm
- Jun20°70 mm
- Jul22°98 mm
- Aug19°86 mm
- Sep12°33 mm
- Oct3°15 mm
- Nov-6°8 mm
- Dec-14°5 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -15°C4°F | -27°C-16°F | 3 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| February | -12°C11°F | -25°C-13°F | 3 mm | 88% | Freezing |
| March | -3°C26°F | -17°C1°F | 7 mm | 79% | Freezing |
| April | 6°C42°F | -6°C21°F | 19 mm | 64% | Cold |
| May | 13°C55°F | 0°C33°F | 33 mm | 58% | Cool |
| June | 20°C67°F | 7°C45°F | 70 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 10°C50°F | 98 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C66°F | 7°C45°F | 86 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| September | 12°C54°F | 1°C34°F | 33 mm | 67% | Cool |
| October | 3°C38°F | -7°C20°F | 15 mm | 73% | Cold |
| November | -6°C20°F | -17°C2°F | 8 mm | 85% | Freezing |
| December | -14°C7°F | -24°C-10°F | 5 mm | 90% | Freezing |
Best months across Mongolia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar | Jun–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Gobi Desert | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Terelj | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lake Khuvsgul | Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lake Khuvsgul?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is warm with green forest; July is busiest and mosquitoes peak. Winter freezes the lake for ice festivals around Feb–Mar, with extreme cold.
When is the rainy season in Lake Khuvsgul?
Rain peaks in July with about 98 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lake Khuvsgul?
July, with average highs of 22°C (71°F).
How cold does Lake Khuvsgul get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -27°C (-16°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.