Plan your trip · Jaisalmer
Best time to visit Jaisalmer
The best time to visit Jaisalmer is from October to March, when days are warm and sunny and nights are cool to cold. This is also when the desert camps near Sam are open and the Desert Festival takes place.
From April to June, Jaisalmer is one of the hottest places in India, with afternoons often above 40 °C. The monsoon from July to September brings little rain and plenty of heat. If you visit outside winter, plan your sightseeing for early morning and evening.
❄️ Winter
RecommendedOct – Mar
Warm in October and March, cool and mostly dry from November to February — the comfortable peak season, with crisp mornings and evenings.
Pack: light layers with a jacket or shawl for early mornings and after dark.
Shines now: Sam Sand Dunes
Plan a winter day →☀️ Summer
Apr – Jun
Very hot and dry, often 40 °C+ by midday — the off-season on the plains. Best explored at dawn and dusk, resting through the afternoon.
Pack: loose light cottons, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and plenty of water.
Shines now: Sam Sand Dunes
Plan a summer day →🌧️ Monsoon
Jul – Sep
Hot and humid, with patchy rain that is heavier in the east of the state and light in the desert — the lakes fill and the hills turn green in a good year.
Pack: light cottons, sun cover and a compact umbrella for the odd downpour.
Shines now: Bada Bagh, Gadisar Lake
Plan a monsoon day →Best Month to Visit Jaisalmer
October and November
The heat eases, the camps reopen and the crowds are lighter than in December. Days can still be warm in October, but evenings are pleasant, and Diwali often falls in this period.
December and January
This is peak season. Days are mild and sunny, but nights can get very cold, especially at the dunes. Hotels and camps fill up around Christmas and New Year, so book well ahead.
February and March
The weather is still comfortable, and the Desert Festival is usually held around the full moon in late January or February. By late March the days are getting hot again.
April to June
The hottest months, with strong sun, hot winds and occasional dust storms. Many desert camps close. If you come, sightsee at dawn and dusk and rest in the afternoon.
July to September
The monsoon brings a few short showers but little real rain, and it stays hot. It is the quietest time of year, and a good option only if you do not mind the heat.
When Is Jaisalmer Most Crowded?
Jaisalmer is busiest from December to January, especially around Christmas and New Year, and during the Desert Festival. Rooms and desert camps can sell out, and the fort lanes and Sam dunes get crowded at sunset.
For a quieter trip with good weather, visit in October–November or late February–March, and see the fort early in the morning.
Questions
Jaisalmer — FAQ
What is the best month to visit Jaisalmer?
November to February gives the most comfortable weather. October and March are also good, though days are warmer.
Is it too hot to visit Jaisalmer in summer?
April to June is very hot, with afternoons often above 40 °C. You can still visit, but plan outdoor sightseeing for early morning and evening, drink plenty of water and expect many desert camps to be closed.
When are the desert camps open near Jaisalmer?
Most camps near Sam and Khuri run from about October to March. A few stay open longer, so check with the camp before you book outside winter.
Does it rain in Jaisalmer during the monsoon?
Jaisalmer gets very little rain. Between July and September there are occasional short showers, but it usually stays hot and dry, so the monsoon rarely spoils a trip.