Rain, rain go away?

In Mongolia most of the year the weather is dry. However, the precipitation that Mongolia receives falls from June to September. Now that the rainy season has begun the air is moist after passing over Asia into the interior of the continent from China's summer monsoons. In Ulaanbaatar, there isn't a sufficient drainage system for this period of intense rain. As a result, the streets and sidewalks flood and make it difficult to get from place to place without getting completely soaked. Mongolian girls still trot around in the heels, but they can't be comfortable. Melissa learned a valuable lesson as to not stand/walk on a side walk that is next to flooded street with passing cars. She got hosed. She was a good sport though, and has reminded us on several occasions to be careful, or we'll end up nice and soggy. The Tuul River that was diverted around the city was full when we got back from Erdenet. It is refreshing to see that the city is not bone dry and dusty, but the rain makes transportation a hassle. We'll make the best of it though, puddle jumping anyone?!