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Höshööt, Mongolia

Bayan-Ölgii Province · Mongolia

Höshööt is a small city in Bayan-Ölgii Province, Mongolia with a population of 7,952. Elevation: 6,171 ft (1,881 m). Average temperature: 26°F (-4°C).

7,952 Population 1,373/sq mi density
6,171 ft Elevation 1,881 meters
26°F Avg Temperature -4°C
10.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hovd Timezone

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People

Population7,952
Density1,373/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp26°F (-4°C)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation6,171 ft (1,881 m)
Population7,952
Population Density1,373 / sq mi
Elevation6,171 ft (1,881 m)
Coordinates48.9478°, 89.1436°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceBayan-Ölgii Province
Average Temperature26°F (-4°C)
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation10.9 inches (278 mm)
Annual Snowfall48.5 inches (123 cm)

About Höshööt

Höshööt is a small city in Mongolia (Bayan-Ölgii Province) with a population of 7,952. The city sits at an elevation of 6,171 feet (1,881 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 26°F (-4°C). Temperatures range from -1°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Hovd.

Höshööt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-4°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 329 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,171 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average25.5°F
53% below Mongolia avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,171 ft (1,881 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density1,373/sq mi
Coordinates48.9478°N, 89.1436°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.9"
71% below Mongolia avg
Snowfall 48.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.60"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

109 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on May 24, 2025.

Feb 15, 2025 32 km W of Kosh-Agach, Russia M5.7 135 km
Mar 12, 1996 65 km N of Altay, China M5.6 93 km
Jan 24, 2013 18 km ENE of Belyashi, Russia M5.3 144 km
Sep 27, 2003 45 km SSE of Aktash, Russia M5.3 136 km
Nov 21, 1998 53 km S of Tashanta, Russia M5.2 32 km
May 7, 2003 56 km SSW of Ölgii, Mongolia M5.2 56 km
Oct 23, 2003 25 km WSW of Kosh-Agach, Russia M5.1 124 km
Sep 27, 2003 35 km SSE of Aktash, Russia M5.1 149 km
Sep 29, 2003 35 km SSE of Aktash, Russia M5.1 148 km
Sep 27, 2003 36 km W of Kosh-Agach, Russia M4.9 131 km
Sep 27, 2003 28 km W of Kosh-Agach, Russia M4.9 131 km
Sep 30, 2003 38 km SSE of Aktash, Russia M4.9 143 km
Sep 28, 2003 38 km WNW of Kosh-Agach, Russia M4.9 143 km
Jun 11, 2003 55 km SSW of Ölgii, Mongolia M4.9 54 km
Jan 26, 2015 7 km ENE of Belyashi, Russia M4.8 147 km
Jul 13, 2016 14 km WSW of Kyzyl-Khaya, Russia M4.8 123 km
Sep 20, 2016 39 km W of Kosh-Agach, Russia M4.8 138 km
Sep 29, 2003 34 km SSE of Aktash, Russia M4.8 148 km
Nov 23, 2001 Russia-Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M4.8 121 km
Sep 28, 2003 42 km WSW of Kosh-Agach, Russia M4.7 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in Driest
February -4°F (-20°C) 0.1 in
March 11°F (-12°C) 0.1 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
July 56°F (14°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
September 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
October 27°F (-3°C) 0.2 in
November 8°F (-14°C) 0.2 in
December -5°F (-20°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Höshööt has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from -5°F in December to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Höshööt

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Сургууль
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Hotels in Höshööt

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Artysh

Gas Stations in Höshööt

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MN #5010327966
MN #7016973052

Banks in Höshööt

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Khan Bank
төрийн банк

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Hovd

🇲🇳 About Mongolia

Capital Ulaanbaatar
Population 3,170,208
Area 1,565,000 km²
GDP (USD) $20,325,121,394
GDP per capita $5,839
HDI 0.741
Life expectancy 72.1 years
Internet users 83.0%
Urban population 70.5%
Currency MNT (Tugrik)
Languages Mongolian
Calling code +976
TLD .mn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mongolia

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Шинэ жил (Shine jil)
Mar 8 International Women's Day Олон Улсын Эмэгтэйчүүдийн Баяр
Jun 1 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Jul 11 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Jul 12 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Jul 13 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Jul 14 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Jul 15 Naadam Holiday Наадам
Nov 26 Republic Day Улс тунхагласны өдөр
Dec 29 Independence Day Тусгаар Тогтнолын Өдөр

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Frequently Asked Questions About Höshööt

What is the population of Höshööt?

Höshööt has a population of 7,952 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 1,373 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Höshööt?

Höshööt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.9 inches, with 48.5 inches of snow.

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