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Khar Us Nuur National Park

National Park

In western Mongolia, Khar Us Nuur National Park preserves freshwater lakes and wetlands; birdwatchers and photographers come for waterfowl, wide steppe views and visits that combine wildlife with nomadic cultural encounters.

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Khar Us Nuur National Park essentials

Country: Mongolia
Driest months: Jan-Mar
Pay in: Tugrik (₮)
Emergency: 102

Khar Us Nuur National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Khar Us Nuur National Park

Visit during the short summer months for open water and the best wildlife viewing; winters are extreme and inaccessible.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Short, mild summers with abundant birdlife and open water.
Spring/Autumn (Apr-May, Sep-Oct)
Apr-May, Sep-Oct · -5-15°C (23-59°F)
Shoulder seasons can be cold at night and variable, but migration peaks occur in these months.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
Nov-Mar · -30 to -10°C (-22 to 14°F)
Extremely harsh and frozen; the lake is icebound and not suitable for typical tourism.

Weather & Climate near Khar Us Nuur National Park

Climate

Khar Us Nuur National Park's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -30°C to 24°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulySeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -30° - -19° -24° 1 mm overcast 71% 0.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.6h
February Poor -27° - -14° -21° 0 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.2 m/s 0.3 low 10.0h
March Acceptable -15° - -3° -13° 1 mm partly cloudy 49% 1.9 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.7h
April Very Good -2° - 8° 1° 5 mm some cloud 42% 2.9 m/s 1.2 high 13.5h
May Excellent 7° - 17° 12° 7 mm some cloud 38% 2.9 m/s 1.8 very high 15.0h
June Very Good 13° - 23° 18° 17 mm partly cloudy 41% 2.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 15.8h
July Excellent 15° - 24° 19° 28 mm partly cloudy 43% 2.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 15.5h
August Excellent 13° - 23° 18° 19 mm some cloud 45% 2.0 m/s 1.7 very high 14.1h
September Excellent 7° - 17° 12° 8 mm mostly sunny 44% 2.0 m/s 1.1 high 12.4h
October Very Good -1° - 9° 2° 4 mm mostly sunny 47% 1.8 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.7h
November Acceptable -13° - -3° -11° 3 mm partly cloudy 56% 1.4 m/s 0.2 low 9.1h
December Poor -25° - -15° -20° 1 mm partly cloudy 67% 0.9 m/s 0.1 low 8.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Khar Us Nuur National Park

Khar‑Us Nuur National Park is in Khovd Province, western Mongolia. Access is usually by road from Khovd city; long distances and rough tracks mean that overland travel typically requires a 4x4 and careful seasonal planning. Book local guides in Khovd for logistics and permits.

Tips for Visiting Khar Us Nuur National Park

  • Bring binoculars and a spotting scope-Khar‑Us Nuur and its reedbeds support large populations of waterfowl and migratory birds, especially in spring and autumn.
  • Prepare for limited services in the immediate park area; most lodging and supplies are in nearby Khovd and smaller towns.