Telmen Lake
Lake Freshwater lake in western Mongolia's Zavkhan Province
A large lake in Mongolia’s Zavkhan Province, Telmen Lake draws anglers and birdwatchers to steppe shores, offering wide nomadic landscapes and seasonal waterbird concentrations.
How to Get to Telmen Lake #
Telmen Lake lies in Zavkhan Province. Regional roads from the provincial centre (Khovd or Uliastai depending on route) lead to access points; travel in the region is best arranged with local drivers familiar with steppe roads.
Tips for Visiting Telmen Lake #
- If camping, choose a site away from prevailing winds and consult local rangers about wildlife and weather.
- Bring binoculars - Telmen Lake is good for birdwatching, especially in migration seasons.
- Roads can be rough; arrange transport with local drivers experienced in the Zavkhan region.
Best Time to Visit Telmen Lake #
Summer is the window for comfortable visits; shoulder seasons are quieter but cooler.
Weather & Climate near Telmen Lake #
Telmen 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 -35°C to 18°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -23°C and lows of -35°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -34°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -31°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
