Mongolia in Late Nov - Bad idea?
Jun 21, 2016, 10:13 am
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Mongolia in Late Nov - Bad idea?
So, I have a bunch of days off around Thanksgiving. By taking a few more days off, I am planning trip somewhere.
I've been considering Mongolia. But I am not sure if it is a good idea to visit Mongolia around Thanksgiving. I understand perceiving weather is very relative. I live in SoCal and not-a-big-fan of cold weather, but thats not to say I cant endure it. FWIW I was in Copenhangen last December and found it not too hard to manage with the right clothing.
So, like the title says, Is Mongolia (UlaanBataar and around) a bad idea in second half of November?
I've been considering Mongolia. But I am not sure if it is a good idea to visit Mongolia around Thanksgiving. I understand perceiving weather is very relative. I live in SoCal and not-a-big-fan of cold weather, but thats not to say I cant endure it. FWIW I was in Copenhangen last December and found it not too hard to manage with the right clothing.
So, like the title says, Is Mongolia (UlaanBataar and around) a bad idea in second half of November?
Jun 23, 2016, 3:59 pm
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A bad idea indeed. It's much colder than Copenhagen in December. In Fahrenheit terms (since you are US-based), think 0-15 degrees daytime. Potentially howling winds coming down from Siberia. Endure would be an appropriate word, even with the right clothing. Plus, lots of tourist infrastructure is closed. To see much of Mongolia you really need a couple of weeks at least, preferably late May to early September.
Jun 24, 2016, 7:30 pm
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A bad idea indeed. It's much colder than Copenhagen in December. In Fahrenheit terms (since you are US-based), think 0-15 degrees daytime. Potentially howling winds coming down from Siberia. Endure would be an appropriate word, even with the right clothing. Plus, lots of tourist infrastructure is closed. To see much of Mongolia you really need a couple of weeks at least, preferably late May to early September.
If you really want a frigid blast, try late January. You will never forget it.
Jun 30, 2016, 3:27 pm
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I went during Naadam in July and it was pleasant with highs in the mid-70s and lows in the upper 40s. I think that's the warmest time of the year. All downhill from there. I think UB is the world's coldest capital.
