Climate Insights for Nalaikh
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Climate Overview
The climate in Nalaikh is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 323 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 82 mm of rainfall. Nalaikh is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -28°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 57cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Nalaikh is cold. The average annual temperature is 29°F and approximately 12.7 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3.2 in of rainfall. Nalaikh is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -19°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Nalaikh has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 51°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -28°C and an average temperature of -23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.Nalaikh has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 92°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°F and an average temperature of -9°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 22°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nalaikh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 323 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 82 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2 mm. That's 81 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 57cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 10cm.Nalaikh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.2 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.1 in. That's 3.2 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 4in.
Wind
Nalaikh is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Nalaikh is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Nalaikh is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Nalaikh is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -19°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nalaikh based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nalaikh based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.