Normal weather for Mongolia in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Mongolia with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 6°C.
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,6 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Mongolia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
20 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,6 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Mongolia with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to -1°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 18°C, with nights close to 1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mongolia will be around 20°C, with nights close to 4°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Mongolia?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Mongolia. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Mongolia in May
With 33°C, Mongolia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -11°C to a high of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Mongolia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Mongolia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Mongolia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Mongolia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Mongolia.
Daily Snowfall in May in Mongolia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Mongolia, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Mongolia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mongolia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Mongolia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Mongolia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Mongolia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Mongolia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Mongolia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Mongolia, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Mongolia
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Mongolia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Mongolia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mongolia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
