Telmen LakeWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Telmen Lake
Summer is the window for comfortable visits; shoulder seasons are quieter but cooler.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C
Shortest window of warm weather for camping and boat access.
Spring/Autumn (May; Sep)
May; Sep · 0-15°C
Cooler, fewer insects, good birdwatching during migrations.
Weather & Climate near Telmen Lake
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 41
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-44°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -35° - -23° | -29° | 2 mm | some cloud | 91% | 0.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -34° - -19° | -26° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 0.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.0h |
| March | Poor | -25° - -9° | -21° | 3 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | -9° - 3° | -7° | 9 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.5h |
| May | Good | -2° - 10° | 2° | 14 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.0h |
| June | Very Good | 4° - 17° | 11° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 53% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 1.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.5h |
| August | Very Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 0° - 12° | 5° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 1.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | -7° - 5° | -3° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 1.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -20° - -8° | -14° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -31° - -18° | -25° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 0.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
Getting There & Around
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.