Plan your trip · Jodhpur
Best time to visit Jodhpur
The best time to visit Jodhpur is from October to March, when days are warm and sunny and nights are cool. This is when walking up to Mehrangarh and around the old city is comfortable, and when the city's big festivals take place.
From April to June, Jodhpur is very hot, with daytime temperatures often above 40 °C. The monsoon, from July to September, brings short showers and humid heat. You can still visit in these months, but plan sightseeing for early mornings and evenings.
❄️ 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.
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.
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: Mandore Gardens
Plan a monsoon day →Best Month to Visit Jodhpur
October and November
The heat eases and the skies are clear. October brings the Rajasthan International Folk Festival (RIFF) and the Marwar Festival, both around the October full moon, and Diwali usually falls in October or November. Book rooms early if your dates overlap.
December to February
These are the coolest months and the peak of the tourist season. Days are pleasant for sightseeing, but nights and early mornings can be cold, sometimes near 10 °C or below. Expect more visitors at Mehrangarh, especially around Christmas and New Year.
March
Days warm up but are still comfortable in the first half of the month. Holi usually falls in March, and crowds start to thin out.
April to June
This is the hottest time of year, and May is usually the hottest month, often above 40 °C. Sightseeing is only comfortable at dawn and dusk. Hotels are quieter and cheaper, but the heat is a real health risk, so drink plenty of water and rest in the afternoon.
July to September
The monsoon brings on-and-off showers that cool the air a little and turn Mandore Gardens green. Rain rarely lasts all day, but it is humid and still hot. It is a quiet time to visit if you do not mind the heat.
When Is Jodhpur Most Crowded?
Jodhpur is busiest from October to February, and especially during RIFF week, the Marwar Festival, Diwali, Christmas and New Year. Rooms in the old city fill up early and Mehrangarh gets busy by mid-morning.
For a quieter trip, visit in early October before the festivals or in late February and March, and start your day at Mehrangarh as soon as it opens.
Questions
Jodhpur — FAQ
What is the best month to visit Jodhpur?
November to February gives the most comfortable weather. October is also good and adds the RIFF and Marwar Festival, though the first half of the month can still be warm.
How hot does Jodhpur get in summer?
Very hot. From April to June, daytime temperatures often go above 40 °C, and May is usually the hottest month. Plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
Is Jodhpur worth visiting in the monsoon?
It can be. Showers cool the air a little and gardens turn green, and there are fewer visitors. It is still humid and hot, so keep your days short and flexible.
How cold is Jodhpur in winter?
Winter days are warm and sunny, usually in the mid-20s °C, but nights in December and January can drop to around 10 °C or lower. Carry a sweater or jacket.