Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission
The Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mongolia, centered on Ulaanbaatar. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2026
- Mission leadersTamir and Sarah M. Ganbat began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Mongolian; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- WeatherNear Ulaanbaatar, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 73°F / 23°C) and the coolest is January (average low about -15°F / -26°C), with roughly 392 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July and August.
- The Church hereMongolia has about 13,250 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Tamir and Sarah M. Ganbat
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: cold-winter, arid, high-altitude · about 392 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jul, Aug.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6°F / -14°C | -15°F / -26°C | 2 mm |
| Feb | 14°F / -10°C | -10°F / -23°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | 33°F / 0°C | 9°F / -13°C | 9 mm |
| Apr | 46°F / 8°C | 24°F / -5°C | 15 mm |
| May | 59°F / 15°C | 34°F / 1°C | 25 mm |
| Jun | 69°F / 21°C | 47°F / 8°C | 57 mm |
| Jul | 73°F / 23°C | 53°F / 12°C | 84 mm |
| Aug | 68°F / 20°C | 49°F / 9°C | 89 mm |
| Sep | 58°F / 14°C | 37°F / 3°C | 47 mm |
| Oct | 40°F / 4°C | 21°F / -6°C | 13 mm |
| Nov | 21°F / -6°C | 2°F / -16°C | 12 mm |
| Dec | 7°F / -14°C | -11°F / -24°C | 3 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Mongolian
Mongolian is written in Cyrillic in Mongolia; vowel harmony and long vowels are important.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Ulaanbaatar Mongolia Temple — Site announced (1 October 2023) · in or near Ulaanbaatar
The Church in Mongolia
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Mongolian
- Church Membership
- 13,250
- Congregations
- 24 (12 Wards, 12 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 1
- Operating Temples
- 0
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Asia/Ulaanbaatar
- Currency
- MNT
- Country code
- +976
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2026
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Accept offered items with the right hand (left supporting the elbow).
- Winters reach −30°C or colder in Ulaanbaatar.
Foods: Buuz (dumplings), Khuushuur, Tsuivan
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission?
The mission leaders are Tamir and Sarah M. Ganbat, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Mongolian. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission?
Near Ulaanbaatar, the warmest month is usually July (average high about 73°F / 23°C) and the coolest is January (average low about -15°F / -26°C), with roughly 392 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July and August. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
When was the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar West Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2026.
Other missions in Mongolia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources