Jaisalmer in September
Weather, prices, festivals and what's open in September, with the camps, journeys and experiences that suit the month.
September is a good value month in Jaisalmer: the monsoon fades, days are around 36 °C and desert camps start reopening towards the end of the month. Prices are still low.
September is the turning point. The last monsoon showers fade, the desert is still touched with green, and late in the month the camps begin to reopen for the season. You get low prices and the first desert nights of the year.
Highlights in September
- Desert camps reopen late in the month
- Still-low prices before the season starts
- Green-tinged dunes after the monsoon
- Quiet monuments
What to Pack
Pack light cotton for warm days and a light layer for the first cool desert evenings.
| Average high / low | 36 °C / 25 °C |
| Season | Monsoon |
| Price level | Lowest of the year (best value) |
| Desert camps open | 10 of 10 |
| Our verdict | Good |
| Good to know | Camps reopen late in the month. |
Desert camps open in September
These camps usually operate in September. Compare them all in our Jaisalmer desert camp guide.
Tour packages for September
Private journeys that work well in September. 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.
Monsoon Retreat
Rain-washed sandstone, a full Gadisar Lake, green dunes and the year's best rates.
Experiences in September
September questions
Is September a good time to visit Jaisalmer?
September is a good value month in Jaisalmer: the monsoon fades, days are around 36 °C and desert camps start reopening towards the end of the month. Prices are still low.
What is the weather like in Jaisalmer in September?
Expect average highs of about 36 °C and lows of about 25 °C in September. Camps reopen late in the month. These are long-term averages, so check the forecast before you travel.
Are desert camps open in Jaisalmer in September?
Yes. All the desert camps we list are usually open in September.
Is Jaisalmer expensive in September?
September is monsoon, and prices are lowest of the year (best value). Weekends, public holidays and festival dates cost more. Our pages show a season-adjusted estimate for your exact dates.