Jaisalmer in December
Weather, prices, festivals and what's open in December, with the camps, journeys and experiences that suit the month.
December is peak season in Jaisalmer: sunny days around 25 °C, cold nights near 9 °C, every camp open and New Year galas on the dunes. It's the busiest and priciest month, so book well ahead.
December is Jaisalmer's busiest month, and for good reason: perfect winter days, cold starlit nights and a festive atmosphere that builds towards Christmas and the New Year galas in the desert camps. Book early, especially for 24 December to 2 January.
Highlights in December
- New Year's Eve galas in desert camps
- Christmas celebrations at hotels and resorts
- Perfect sightseeing weather
- Bonfires and stargazing on cold desert nights
What to Pack
Pack a warm jacket, a hat and thermals for camp nights, and layers for the day.
| Average high / low | 25 °C / 9 °C |
| Season | Peak season |
| Price level | Highest of the year (peak season) |
| Desert camps open | 10 of 10 |
| Our verdict | Excellent |
| Good to know | Ideal. Pack layers for the dunes. |
Happening in December
Christmas & New Year on the Dunes
Gala dinners, bonfires and folk performances under the winter stars. This is the busiest week of the year, so book well ahead.
Desert camps open in December
These camps usually operate in December. Compare them all in our Jaisalmer desert camp guide.
Tour packages for December
Private journeys that work well in December. See all Jaisalmer tour packages.
The Royal Thar
Our most-loved journey: the Golden Fort by day, then a night under canvas on the dunes.
Golden City Escape
A short, unhurried stay in the old city: havelis, cenotaphs and the Fort lit up at night.
Grand Jaisalmer
The complete Golden City in palace comfort, with a day on the border and a night on the dunes.
Experiences in December
December questions
Is December a good time to visit Jaisalmer?
December is peak season in Jaisalmer: sunny days around 25 °C, cold nights near 9 °C, every camp open and New Year galas on the dunes. It's the busiest and priciest month, so book well ahead.
What is the weather like in Jaisalmer in December?
Expect average highs of about 25 °C and lows of about 9 °C in December. Ideal. Pack layers for the dunes. These are long-term averages, so check the forecast before you travel.
Are desert camps open in Jaisalmer in December?
Yes. All the desert camps we list are usually open in December.
Is Jaisalmer expensive in December?
December is peak season, and prices are highest of the year (peak season). Weekends, public holidays and festival dates cost more. Our pages show a season-adjusted estimate for your exact dates.