Lunar New Year
Nationwide public holiday in Mongolia · Цагаан сар
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 February | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 19 February | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 20 February | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 7 February | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 February | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 9 February | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Mongolia.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 6 Feb – Tue 9 Feb is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Ulaanbaatar around 7 February: high -11°C (12°F), low -23°C (-9°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Ulaanbaatar. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 7 February in Ulaanbaatar: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Mongolia
Monday, 8 March 2027
Lunar New Year in other countries
More for Mongolia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.