Rajasthan's weather swings from pleasant winters to scorching summers. Timing your visit well makes a huge difference.
Winter (October to March) – Best Overall
Days are sunny and 20–28°C; desert nights in Jaisalmer can drop to 5°C or lower in December–January. This is peak season – heritage hotels fill up, especially around Diwali, Christmas and New Year.
Ideal for: first-time visitors, desert camps, sightseeing-heavy itineraries.
Summer (April to June) – Hot
Temperatures often exceed 40°C, especially in the Thar desert. Sightseeing is best done early morning and late evening. Mount Abu stays cooler and is the summer escape. Hotels offer big discounts.
Monsoon (July to September) – Underrated
Rain is moderate in eastern Rajasthan and scant in the west. Udaipur is at its best – lakes fill up and the Aravallis turn green. Kumbhalgarh and Chittorgarh look lovely. Fewer tourists and lower prices.
Festival Calendar
| Festival | When (approx.) | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Festival | January/February | Jaisalmer |
| Holi | March | Statewide (Pushkar, Udaipur famous) |
| Gangaur | March/April | Jaipur, Udaipur |
| Teej | July/August | Jaipur |
| Marwar Festival | October | Jodhpur |
| Pushkar Camel Fair | November (Kartik Purnima) | Pushkar |
| Diwali | October/November | Statewide |
Dates follow the lunar calendar – check Rajasthan Tourism for the current year.
Month-by-Month Snapshot
- Oct–Nov: excellent weather, Pushkar fair, Diwali.
- Dec–Jan: cold nights, festive peak, book early.
- Feb–Mar: warming up, Desert Festival, Holi.
- Apr–Jun: hot, discounts, Mount Abu.
- Jul–Sep: monsoon, Udaipur shines, low prices.
Packages for Every Season
See all Rajasthan tours:
- Udaipur Christmas & New Year Special – 3 Nights / 4 Days
- Udaipur And Mount Abu Tour Package
- Rajasthan Forts & Desert – Jaipur, Jodhpur, Chittorgarh & Jaisalmer, 6 Nights / 7 Days
- Rajasthan Heritage Circuit – Jaipur, Jodhpur & Udaipur, 5 Nights / 6 Days
- Rajasthan Desert Trail – Jaipur, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer, 5 Nights / 6 Days
Related reading: Rajasthan 7-day itinerary · Jaisalmer desert camp guide · Jaipur travel guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best month to visit Rajasthan?
November and February offer pleasant days without the peak December crowds.
Is Rajasthan too hot in April?
It gets very hot from mid-April. Plan early starts or head to Mount Abu.
Is monsoon a good time to visit Udaipur?
Yes – the lakes fill and the city is green and quiet.
When is the Pushkar Camel Fair?
Around Kartik Purnima, usually in November.
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