Climate Insights for Sainshand

Dornogovi, Mongolia

Hottest
July
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
January
-22°C low-8°F low
Wettest
August
38 mm rain1.5 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sainshand is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 145 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 38 mm of rainfall. Sainshand 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 -22°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Sainshand is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 5.7 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 1.5 in of rainfall. Sainshand 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 -8°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -12°Average: -17°Min: -22°FebMax: -6°Average: -12°Min: -19°MarMax: 6°Average: -1°Min: -7°AprMax: 15°Average: 8°Min: 1°MayMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°JunMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°JulMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 19°AugMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°SepMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°OctMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -2°NovMax: -1°Average: -6°Min: -11°DecMax: -10°Average: -15°Min: -20°
Max
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Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 11°FAverage: 2°FMin: -8°FFebMax: 21°FAverage: 10°FMin: -2°FMarMax: 43°FAverage: 31°FMin: 19°FAprMax: 59°FAverage: 47°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FJulMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 40°FMin: 29°FNovMax: 31°FAverage: 21°FMin: 11°FDecMax: 14°FAverage: 5°FMin: -4°F
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Sainshand has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 52°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°C and an average temperature of -17°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.Sainshand has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 95°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -8°F and an average temperature of 2°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 21°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 2mmFebPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 2mmMarPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 2mmAprPrecipitation: 4mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 2mmNovPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 2mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 1inFebPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 1inMarPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 1inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 1in
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Snow (in)

Sainshand is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 145 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 38 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 mm. That's 37 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 16cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Sainshand is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 5.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 1.5 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.1 in. That's 1.5 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 6in annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Sainshand is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sainshand is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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

Jan-17°2°F
Feb-12°10°F
Mar-1°31°F
Apr8°47°F
May15°60°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul25°76°F
Aug21°71°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct4°40°F
Nov-6°21°F
Dec-15°5°F

The best time to visit Sainshand is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 24 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -22°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sainshand is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sainshand 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 Sainshand 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-22 °C-8 °F
-12 °C11 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
2 cm1 in
Feb
-19 °C-2 °F
-6 °C21 °F
12 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
2 cm1 in
Mar
-7 °C19 °F
6 °C43 °F
14 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
2 cm1 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
15 °C59 °F
16 km/h10 mph
4 mm0.2 in
1 cm0 in
May
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
17 km/h10 mph
13 mm0.5 in
2 cm1 in
Jun
16 °C60 °F
28 °C82 °F
14 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
30 °C87 °F
12 km/h8 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
22 °C72 °F
14 km/h8 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
-2 °C29 °F
11 °C51 °F
13 km/h8 mph
8 mm0.3 in
2 cm1 in
Nov
-11 °C11 °F
-1 °C31 °F
13 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
4 cm1 in
Dec
-20 °C-4 °F
-10 °C14 °F
12 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
2 cm1 in