Ulaanbaatar Weather in November

As winter comes in November, Ulaanbaatar experiences extremely low temperature and scarce precipitation. Although snow is not frequent or large, snow-covered landscape can be seen as it doesn’t melt. Also, the daylength decreases largely, but there remains ample and bright sunshine for visitors to go sightseeing.

Freezing Cold

Most of the time, Ulaanbaatar in November sees the high temperature ranging from -15 to 2 degrees Celsius (5 - 35 degrees Fahrenheit) and the low value from -23 to -10℃ (-9 - 14℉). With the acceleration of winter footsteps, the temperature tends to drop further. In the last week of November, the low degree can plunge to -26℃ (-15℉). Historically, it once dropped to -34℃ (-29℉). Therefore, Ulaanbaatar weather in November is so frigid that breathing outside is like swallowing pieces of broken glass. Visitors had better wear masks to prevent the cold air.

Low Snowfall, Possible Rainfall

In November, the average precipitation remains pretty low at 8mm (0.31 in) from 4 days, presented as snowfall in most time. Light rain also occurs in some years whose temperature is relatively higher, though very occasional. The snow usually is light, but could be accumulated and form thick snow cover since the low temperature makes it not melt away easily. Thus, visitors can appreciate the vast white landscape in most days of November.

However, strong winds might visit Ulaanbaatar, once or twice in a month. When accompanied by snow, the visibility is so low that the city seems covered by thick white fog and outdoor activities become challenging.

Short Daytime but Bright Sunshine

December has relatively short daytime of 9 hours on average as the sun rises late at 07:44 to 08:25 and sets early at 17:20 to 17:51. But thanks to the scare precipitation, sunlight hours account for the majority, reaching 6 hours per day on average. Therefore, Ulaanbaatar climate in November can be concluded as sunny. With bright sunlight, the snow scenery sparkles and looks more appealing.

Averages for Ulaanbaatar Weather in November

High Temperature

-5°C (23°F)

Low Temperature

-19°C (-2°F)

Rainfall

8 mm

Sunrise

07:44 ~ 08:25

Sunset

17:20~ 17:51

Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.May.Jun.Jul.Aug.Sep.Oct.Nov.Dec.

The times for sunrise and sunset are based on Ulaanbaatar.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Ulaanbaatar?

To be honest, it is not suggested to visit Ulaanbaatar in November because of the terrible weather and monotonous natural scenery.

The weather of Ulaanbaatar in November is severely cold and extremely dry so that unpleasant travel experiences are highly possible, both indoors and outdoors. During daytime, your hands and face get frozen and numb after going outside for dozens of minutes. But living in the hotel with abundant heating supplied, you might be awakened by thirst several times at night. In view of the short daylength, visitors have less available time for sightseeing. Besides, there is no other worthwhile natural scenery except the snow-covered mountains and grasslands. Though Ulaanbaatar also boasts many famous cultural and historical attractions, you can visit them at any month. Why not choose a month with longer opening time and more pleasant climate?

However, if you think the above disadvantages matter little and stick to visit Ulaanbaatar in November 2026, please read the following tips which might help to improve your travel experiences.

Tips for Dressing in Ulaanbaatar in November

Upper body: Thermal underwear should be worn to preserve heat and they had better be quick-dry and able to absorb sweat. For the second layer, you can wear heavy sweaters, fleece-lined shirts or padded hoodies. The outer layer could be 3-in-1 windbreakers, mink coats or long down coats.

Lower body: You can choose from fleece-lined sweatpants, padded jeans and windbreak trousers. It is suggested to wear thick long johns since thin ones or the pants alone are unable to deal the extremely low temperature.

Shoes: Walking boots with thick socks, padded sneakers and snow boots are all good matches. The most important thing is that their soles must be anti-slip since the streets and grasslands after snow become very slippery.

Others: Considering the dry climate of Ulaanbaatar in November, skin-care products like moisturizing creams and lip pomades are dispensable. It is also necessary to wear gloves, scarves and thick hats. You might also need earmuffs if your hats are not large or warm enough. Don’t forget to wear protective glasses to prevent the vast snow hurting your eyes.

Tips for Visiting Ulaanbaatar in November

1. Be sure to wear masks to prevent the unpleasant smell and low-quality air caused by coal-powered heating system in grazing districts. It is also useful to keep warm.
2. Mind the large difference between indoor and outdoor temperatures. The fully functioning heating system in downtown brings the indoor temperature to 25℃ (77℉) or higher, while the outdoor degree might be around -15℃ (5℉). You are suggested to adjust the clothing accordingly in case of catching a cold.

3. Clothes of bright colors are better choices since they are easier to be noticed in the windy and snowy days with low visibility. Moreover, it suits better with the white landscape to take beautiful photos.

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