Ozero Tere-Khol’

Lake Highland Mongolian lake with seasonal freeze

A Mongolian lake in the central steppe, Ozero Tere-Khol’ lies amid grazing land and seasonal wetlands; visitors interested in birdwatching and nomadic life make overland trips there.

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Ozero Tere-Khol’
50.0667, 95.1000

How to Get to Ozero Tere-Khol’ #

Located in Mongolia, access is by regional roads from provincial centers; exact directions require local maps. Travel commonly involves hiring a vehicle and driver from the nearest town and coordinating with local guides for safe and respectful access.

Tips for Visiting Ozero Tere-Khol’ #

  • Mongolian steppe lakes are often best approached with a local guide who knows seasonal access and herding patterns.
  • Bring sun protection and layered clothing - flat landscapes can deliver intense midday sun even when mornings are cool.
  • Respect fishing and grazing territories; these lakes are part of local livelihoods.

Best Time to Visit Ozero Tere-Khol’ #

Summer months are most practical for visits owing to accessibility and milder weather.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Warmest and most accessible; best for camping and wildlife observation.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May & Sep · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Cooler with fewer insects and agreeable travel conditions.

Weather & Climate near Ozero Tere-Khol’ #

Climate

Ozero Tere-Khol’'s climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -36°C to 23°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-41°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -25°C and lows of -36°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-31°
Feels Like Freezing
-31°C
Temperature
-36° -25°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
0.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -22°C and lows of -34°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-34° -22°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
0.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-25° -11°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-7°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
15.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
16.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 52 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-15° -5°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -31°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-26°
Feels Like Freezing
-26°C
Temperature
-31° -21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
0.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

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