Oigon LakeWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Oigon Lake
Best visited in summer for accessibility and milder temperatures; shoulder seasons can be quieter but more variable.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Gentle weather and the best access for travel in western Mongolia.
Late spring/early autumn
May & Sep · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Cooler and less predictable, but fewer insects and quieter campsites.
Weather & Climate near Oigon Lake
Climate
Oigon Lake's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -37°C to 20°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 39
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
-43°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -37° - -25° | -31° | 3 mm | some cloud | 87% | 0.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -35° - -20° | -27° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 0.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -25° - -9° | -17° | 4 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | -9° - 3° | -6° | 9 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 2.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.6h |
| May | Good | -1° - 12° | 4° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 47% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.2h |
| June | Very Good | 6° - 19° | 12° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 1.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 16.0h |
| July | Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.6h |
| August | Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 57% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.2h |
| September | Good | -1° - 12° | 5° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 1.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | -10° - 4° | -5° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 1.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -23° - -10° | -16° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 1.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -33° - -20° | -27° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 0.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Oigon Lake
Oigon Lake is in Zavkhan Province and is best reached by road from regional centers; travel in western Mongolia often requires 4x4 transport and local guidance.
Tips for Visiting Oigon Lake
- Bring a reliable map and GPS - Zavkhan Province is sparsely populated and trail signage can be limited.
- Be prepared for large diurnal temperature swings and strong sun at higher altitudes.