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Jargalant, Mongolia

Bayan-Ölgii Province · Mongolia

Jargalant is a small city in Bayan-Ölgii Province, Mongolia with a population of 5,137. Elevation: 6,329 ft (1,929 m). Average temperature: 27°F (-3°C).

5,137 Population 2/sq mi density
6,329 ft Elevation 1,929 meters
27°F Avg Temperature -3°C
6.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Hovd Timezone

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About Jargalant

Jargalant

Jargalant is a sum (district) of Khövsgöl Province in Mongolia. The sum's area is about 2,550 km2 (980 sq mi), of which 1,470 km2 (570 sq mi) are pasture. In 2000, the sum had 5,068 inhabitants, mainly Khalkha. The center, officially named Orgil, is situated close to the Ider river, 182 kilometres (113 mi) south-southeast of Mörön and 886 kilometres (551 mi) from Ulaanbaatar.

People

Population5,137
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp27°F (-3°C)
Rain6.8 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Population5,137
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Coordinates46.9267°, 91.0878°
TimezoneAsia/Hovd
Country🇲🇳 Mongolia
State / ProvinceBayan-Ölgii Province
Average Temperature27°F (-3°C)
January Average-7°F (-21°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation6.8 inches (172 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)

About Jargalant

Jargalant is a small city in Mongolia (Bayan-Ölgii Province) with a population of 5,137. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet (1,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 27°F (-3°C). Temperatures range from -7°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Hovd.

Jargalant has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 324 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 6.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-7°F Jan (-21°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average26.6°F
51% below Mongolia avg
January Average-7°F (-21°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Area2,878.3 sq mi (7,454.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates46.9267°N, 91.0878°W
TimezoneAsia/Hovd

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.8"
82% below Mongolia avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 10, 2022.

Sep 24, 2009 187 km SW of Khovd, Mongolia M5.0 75 km
Jul 24, 2011 275 km SSW of Khovd, Mongolia M4.9 149 km
Oct 2, 1990 118 km ESE of Altay, China M4.8 127 km
Aug 26, 2003 103 km SE of Altay, China M4.7 145 km
Feb 15, 2005 101 km ESE of Altay, China M4.6 148 km
Feb 20, 2008 171 km SE of Altay, China M4.6 90 km
May 14, 1997 142 km SE of Khovd, Mongolia M4.6 138 km
Aug 30, 2003 107 km SSE of Khovd, Mongolia M4.5 79 km
Jun 4, 2007 120 km ESE of Altay, China M4.3 129 km
Sep 10, 2022 18 km WSW of Kezilexilike, China M4.2 138 km
Mar 24, 1991 228 km SSW of Khovd, Mongolia M4.2 102 km
Apr 23, 2011 130 km SE of Altay, China M4.1 140 km
Jul 31, 1998 247 km SSW of Khovd, Mongolia M4.0 121 km
Aug 28, 1998 155 km SSW of Khovd, Mongolia M4.0 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -7°F (-21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.1 in
March 14°F (-10°C) 0.3 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 0.5 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
September 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
October 28°F (-3°C) 0.4 in
November 11°F (-12°C) 0.3 in
December -3°F (-19°C) 0.2 in

Jargalant has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from -7°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Gas Stations in Jargalant

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rysjan

Banks in Jargalant

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Khan Bank
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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 Jargalant

What is the population of Jargalant?

Jargalant has a population of 5,137 residents and is located in Mongolia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,878.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jargalant?

Jargalant has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.8 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

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