Climate guide for Gobi Desert, Mongolia

Gobi Desert in January

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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January · Mongolia

Best time to visit Gobi Desert in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices

January score

5.8/10

Ranked #12 of 12 months

Full year for Gobi Desert
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
10 mm
Humidity
48%
Sunny days
22
Crowd Density
Peak Tourist Rush
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

January in Gobi Desert scores 5.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - a lower-scoring month (#12 of 12). Expect around 16°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 22 sunny days this month.

The Gobi spans dinosaur fossils, singing dunes, and nomad ger camps across Mongolia's stark southern steppe and desert. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.

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