Mongolia Ulaanbaatar Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Ulaanbaatar is low
Ulaanbaatar Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- -4° / -16°
- Rainfall
- 4mm · 3 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Ulaanbaatar in November averages a high of -4°C and low of -16°C with 4mm of rain over about 3 days. Winter sets in — highs around -4°C, nights to -16°C. Heavy down jacket, thermal layers, hat, gloves, and insulated boots. The coal-smoke smog season is back in force; carry an N95-grade pollution mask for the city.
November is low for Ulaanbaatar.
November is firmly back in winter, with highs around -4°C and nights plunging to -16°C. Heating runs full-tilt across the city's ger districts, and the coal-smoke smog that makes Ulaanbaatar one of the world's most polluted winter cities returns in force — PM2.5 climbs well above safe levels on still, cold days. An N95-grade mask is advisable for anyone spending time outdoors in the city.
Ger camps are closed, the steppe is frozen and brown, and countryside travel is cold and logistically hard. There's no festival season and little reason to brave the conditions beyond cheap, empty city sightseeing.
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Ulaanbaatar November Weather Stats
Avg High
-4°C
Avg Low
-16°C
Rainy Days
3
4mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
very cold and dry
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 24
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
95 μg/m³
PM10
140 μg/m³
Status
poor
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
-10°C
Nighttime
-23°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest prices, no crowds
- Dry, often clear cold-snap days
- Quiet city sights
Cons
- Cold returns hard — nights to -16°C
- Severe winter smog underway
- Ger camps closed
- No countryside season
November Events & Festivals
- Full winter cold returns
- Severe coal-smoke smog season underway
- Off-season — ger camps closed, minimal tourism
Ulaanbaatar in November — Full Picture
November is firmly back in winter, with highs around -4°C and nights plunging to -16°C. Heating runs full-tilt across the city's ger districts, and the coal-smoke smog that makes Ulaanbaatar one of the world's most polluted winter cities returns in force — PM2.5 climbs well above safe levels on still, cold days. An N95-grade mask is advisable for anyone spending time outdoors in the city.
Ger camps are closed, the steppe is frozen and brown, and countryside travel is cold and logistically hard. There's no festival season and little reason to brave the conditions beyond cheap, empty city sightseeing.
For practical purposes, November starts the long stretch (through March) when Ulaanbaatar is least pleasant to visit: bitterly cold, smoggy, and stripped of the countryside experience that justifies the trip. Only come now if winter Mongolia is specifically what you're after — and pack accordingly.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Winter sets in — highs around -4°C, nights to -16°C. Heavy down jacket, thermal layers, hat, gloves, and insulated boots. The coal-smoke smog season is back in force; carry an N95-grade pollution mask for the city.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
7.7°C
-5°C
4.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
22.3°C
10.7°C
11.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current6.3°C
-5.7°C
4.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-13.3°C
-23.7°C
2/mo
Ulaanbaatar Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -16° | -26° | 2d·2mm | 5.5h | 70% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -11° | -22° | 2d·2mm | 7h | 68% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -1° | -13° | 3d·3mm | 8h | 55% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | -4° | 4d·7mm | 8.5h | 45% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 2° | 6d·16mm | 9.5h | 45% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| June (Best) | 21° | 8° | 9d·40mm | 10h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 24° | 13° | 12d·65mm | 9.5h | 55% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 22° | 11° | 13d·70mm | 9h | 58% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 16° | 4° | 7d·23mm | 9h | 50% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | -5° | 4d·6mm | 7.5h | 50% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -4° | -16° | 3d·4mm | 6h | 60% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -13° | -23° | 2d·2mm | 5h | 68% | 1 | Quiet | Low season |
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Ulaanbaatar November Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Ulaanbaatar?
Ulaanbaatar in November is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Ulaanbaatar in November?
Ulaanbaatar November averages a high of -4°C and a low of -16°C.
Does it rain much in Ulaanbaatar in November?
Ulaanbaatar November averages 4mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Ulaanbaatar in November?
Winter sets in — highs around -4°C, nights to -16°C. Heavy down jacket, thermal layers, hat, gloves, and insulated boots. The coal-smoke smog season is back in force; carry an N95-grade pollution mask for the city.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Ulaanbaatar in November?
Ulaanbaatar November sunrise is 07:55 and sunset is 17:05, with 9h 10min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Ulaanbaatar in November?
Ulaanbaatar November air quality (AQI) averages 150, rated Poor. PM2.5 averages 95μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Ulaanbaatar in November?
In November, Ulaanbaatar is great for Indoor museums and monasteries, City sightseeing (bundled up), Short photo stops.
Is November peak season in Ulaanbaatar?
Ulaanbaatar November crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.