When to Visit Jaisalmer
November to January is the royal season. Every month has its own charm, though, and the monsoon is the best-kept secret.
Cool, golden days and crisp desert nights. The best time to visit.
Seasons at a Glance
Prices change with the season. Our estimates adjust automatically for your dates.
Peak season
Cool, golden days and crisp desert nights. The best time to visit.
Highest pricesShoulder season
Pleasant weather, festivals, and fewer crowds than peak.
Moderate pricesSummer
Very hot. Many camps close, and stays are at their cheapest.
Best valueMonsoon
Light rain, greener dunes, Teej celebrations and great value.
Best valueClimate & Travel Notes
Approximate long-term averages. Check the live forecast above before you travel. Tap a month for its full guide.
| Month | High / Low | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° / 8°C | Peak | Coldest month. Camp nights can approach 5 °C. |
| February | 28° / 11°C | Shoulder | Desert Festival. |
| March | 33° / 17°C | Shoulder | Warming up. Holi. |
| April | 38° / 22°C | Summer | Hot. Camps begin closing. |
| May | 42° / 26°C | Summer | Very hot. Lowest prices. |
| June | 41° / 28°C | Summer | Very hot, with dust storms possible. |
| July | 38° / 27°C | Monsoon | Light rain (~5 rain days) and Teej. |
| August | 36° / 26°C | Monsoon | Greener dunes and few crowds. |
| September | 36° / 25°C | Monsoon | Camps reopen late in the month. |
| October | 35° / 20°C | Shoulder | Season opening. Diwali. |
| November | 30° / 15°C | Peak | Ideal: warm days, cool nights. |
| December | 25° / 9°C | Peak | Ideal. Pack layers for the dunes. |
Jaisalmer in the Rains
The monsoon here is gentle, with only a handful of rainy days. Gadisar Lake fills, the dunes turn faintly green, Teej brings swings and songs, and hotels offer their best rates of the year.
- Days are still warm (36–38 °C), so plan sightseeing for mornings and evenings
- Many desert camps close from April to August, so stay in a hotel and do an evening safari
- Few crowds at the Fort and the havelis
