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Mongolia’s Early Winter Storm Persists With Blizzards, One Death Reported and Ongoing Warnings

Officials extend warnings through November 12, urging people to postpone non‑essential travel.

Overview

  • Meteorological stations confirmed heavy snowfall overnight November 6–7, reaching 15.0 mm in Bulgan (Rashaant) and 14.0 mm in Selenge (Orkhon, Orkhontuul).
  • Emergency services logged three storm-related missing-person cases across Övörkhangai, Bulgan and Dornod, rescuing two people and recovering one fatality.
  • As of 14:00 on November 7, dozens of soums across central and eastern aimags were experiencing snow, blizzards, rain or dust storms, according to official updates.
  • Forecasts indicate continued snow and strong winds through November 12, with gusts reaching roughly 13–17 m/s in steppe and govi areas and travel conditions expected to remain hazardous.
  • Ulaanbaatar is turning markedly colder on November 8 with light snow possible and daytime temperatures near –5 to –7 C, while authorities advise herders to keep livestock close to shelter and households to prepare supplies.