The short answer
When to go to Jodhpur
October to March is best, with November to February the most comfortable for Mehrangarh Fort, the old city bazaars and Umaid Bhawan Palace. April to June brings severe, dry desert heat that can exceed 40C and is genuinely risky for older travellers without careful pacing; the July-September monsoon adds humidity but only modest rain. A car and driver is worth hiring for the whole stay, since it provides air-conditioned rest between sights in a city where the heat, not distance, is the main challenge.
Month by month
Jodhpur weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 10°C | 4 mm | Cool, clear and dry; ideal for Mehrangarh Fort | |
| February | 27°C | 12°C | 5 mm | Comfortable and dry; a favoured month to visit | |
| March | 33°C | 17°C | 4 mm | Warming fast; mornings still pleasant for the old city | |
| April | 38°C | 23°C | 16 mm | Very hot and dry; unforgiving desert heat by midday | |
| May | 41°C | 27°C | 33 mm | Peak desert heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoors | |
| June | 40°C | 28°C | 42 mm | Extreme heat continues with rising humidity | |
| July | 35°C | 26°C | 120 mm | Monsoon humidity; rain brings some relief from heat | |
| August | 34°C | 25°C | 114 mm | Continued monsoon showers; still hot and humid | |
| September | 35°C | 24°C | 56 mm | Rain easing; heat and humidity linger | |
| October | 36°C | 20°C | 16 mm | Warm days, cooler nights; season improves | |
| November | 31°C | 15°C | 0 mm | Dry and comfortable; excellent fort and lake weather | |
| December | 27°C | 11°C | 1 mm | Cool, clear and dry; the best month overall |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Jodhpur seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, clear and dry; ideal for Mehrangarh Fort
- February: Comfortable and dry; a favoured month to visit
- November: Dry and comfortable; excellent fort and lake weather
- December: Cool, clear and dry; the best month overall
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming fast; mornings still pleasant for the old city
- October: Warm days, cooler nights; season improves
Possible, with planning: July, August and September
- July: Monsoon humidity; rain brings some relief from heat
- August: Continued monsoon showers; still hot and humid
- September: Rain easing; heat and humidity linger
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May and June
- April: Very hot and dry; unforgiving desert heat by midday
- May: Peak desert heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoors
- June: Extreme heat continues with rising humidity
Useful answers
Best time to visit Jodhpur: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Jodhpur?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Jodhpur, with March and October also good. October to March is best, with November to February the most comfortable for Mehrangarh Fort, the old city bazaars and Umaid Bhawan Palace. April to June brings severe, dry desert heat that can exceed 40C and is genuinely risky for older travellers without careful pacing; the July-September monsoon adds humidity but only modest rain. A car and driver is worth hiring for the whole stay, since it provides air-conditioned rest between sights in a city where the heat, not distance, is the main challenge.
Which months should I avoid in Jodhpur with elderly parents?
April, May and June are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot and dry; unforgiving desert heat by midday Peak desert heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoors
When does it rain most in Jodhpur?
July is the wettest month, with about 120 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 41°C.