Is November a Good Time to Visit Mongolia? 

Obviously not!

As analyzed above, the climate of Mongolia in November is freezing cold and pretty dry, making it not ideal for outdoor activities. In view of the relatively short daylength in the year, you have less available time for sightseeing, which allows only two or three scenic spots each day. Furthermore, if encounter heavy snow or blizzard though which is not commonly seen in November, the roads might be blocked and your flights or trains delayed. In terms of natural scenery, there is no other appealing view except for snow-covered landscape.

Vast White Landscape in Mongolia

However, there are some advantages of visiting Mongolia in November. During the slack travel season, the price of hotels, flight tickets and attraction tickets will be lower and you can spend more days in Mongolia with the same cost during peak travel season. What’s more, Mongolian snow scenery in November is wonderful with almost everywhere snow-covered, making you feel like live in the ice kingdom.

If you have decided to travel there in November 2026, the following tips will be helpful to bring you a better and more pleasant journey.

Tips for Dressing in Mongolia in November

Upper body: For the inner layer, you can wear thermal underwear to preserve your heat and they should be quick-dry to prevent the sweat from bringing further coldness. Then, heavy sweater, padded hoodies and fleece-lined shirts are good choices for the second layer. In terms of the outer layer, you can choose from 3-in-1 windbreakers, down coats and mink coats. It would be better if they are long enough to cover your thighs and knees. 

Lower body: Fleece-lined and windbreak trousers are dispensable for visitors. It is also suggested to prepare long johns though you might not be used to wear them, which is really useful to prevent the cold air touching your legs directly and causing loss of heat.  

Shoes: Non-slip shoes are crucial for the possibly snow-covered ground, such as walking boots, padded sneakers and snow boots. You should also prepare thick stocks for further warmth.

Others: Be sure to wear gloves, scarves and hats, which works well to prevent the cold air. The hats had better be large enough to cover your ears, otherwise, please prepare earmuffs instead. You should also pack moisturizing creams to deal with the dryness of Mongolia in November, and you can carry the lip pomades or hand creams with you when going outside.

Travel Recommendations and Tips for Mongolia in November 

1. In early November, Lake Khovsgol just starts to freeze and it doesn’t get completely frozen until late November when it is safe enough to walk on. You can travel there during this time to appreciate frozen crystal sapphire surrounded by snow-covered mountains and trees. 
2. Altai Mountains in Western Mongolia is a good place to enjoy the beautiful snow scenery and experience the winter activities like skiing.

Winter Skiing in Mongolia

3. Mongolia in winter provide special hunting experience for visitors since hunting is allowed in specific areas and for limited species, including deer, wild boars, wolves and etc. In November when wild animals go out from the deep forest to find food, visitors have more chances to hunt them.
4. It is suggested to prepare thin pajamas since the heating system functions so efficiently that the indoor temperature in hotels might go above 25℃ (77℉).
5. As the pretty low temperature outside makes phones run out of battery more quickly, power bank is necessary to charge your phones in time.
6. You may need masks to prevent low air quality and unpleasant smell caused by the burning coals and cow dungs which are used to power the heating in grazing districts.

November Weather of Major Mongolia Cities