Ulaangom
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Ulaangom month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Ulaangom are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 24–27°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 27°C), January the coldest (average low -31°C), and July the wettest (about 44 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -23.3 | -31.1 | 1 | 7.3 |
| February | -17.8 | -27.0 | 3 | 8.7 |
| March | -5.7 | -14.6 | 7 | 9.4 |
| April | 10.1 | -1.1 | 12 | 11.8 |
| May | 18.5 | 6.2 | 15 | 12.6 |
| June | 25.9 | 14.7 | 19 | 13.6 |
| July | 26.6 | 16.4 | 44 | 12.7 |
| August | 24.1 | 13.9 | 27 | 12.1 |
| September | 17.6 | 7.2 | 18 | 10.4 |
| October | 6.3 | -2.3 | 11 | 8.8 |
| November | -6.8 | -13.4 | 8 | 6.5 |
| December | -20.6 | -26.9 | 3 | 6.5 |
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- Documented history · 1686
Ulaangom is believed to have been founded in 1686.
- Documented history · 1871
The foundation of the Ulaangom Monastery was erected in 1871 as Dechinravjaa Monastery.
- Founding of Ulaangom
Ulaangom is believed to have been founded in 1686.
- Establishment of Dechinravjaa Monastery
The Ulaangom Monastery was erected in 1871 as Dechinravjaa Monastery.
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01 · OverviewUlaangom, in brief
Overview of Ulaangom
Ulaangom is a city located in Mongolia and serves as the capital of Uvs Province. Situated at coordinates 49.98111 and 92.06667, the municipality rests on the slopes of the Kharkhiraa mountain, positioned 26 kilometres southwest from the shore of Uvs Lake and 120 kilometres south of the international border with the Russian Federation.
Cultural exchange and cross-border connectivity are defining aspects of the locality. The city hosts a Consulate of the Tuva Republic of Russia, while a reciprocal Representative Office of Uvs Province operates in Kyzyl, the capital of Tuva. Operating within the Asia/Hovd timezone, the urban population utilizes the Mongolian tugrik (MNT) as currency and communicates primarily in Mongolian and Russian.
Geographically and historically, the area has long supported regional development. Believed to have been founded in 1686, Ulaangom features historical evidence of grain plantations dating back to the late 17th century. The settlement is divided into two suburban areas named Chandmani and Uliasny Khev. Educational and cultural infrastructure includes a branch of a university, a vocational college, and 5 secondary schools, alongside communist-era monuments such as the tribute to Yumjaagiin Tsedenbal located in front of the Provincial Government Building.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ulaangom
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01 · Q&AWhere is Ulaangom located and what are its coordinates?
Ulaangom is situated in Mongolia at geographic coordinates 49.9811, 92.0667, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Ulaangom?
Ulaangom has a recorded population of approximately 30,092 and observes the Asia/Hovd time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Ulaangom?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Ulaangom include MN, Russian, with MNT used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Ulaangom?
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