Jaisalmer guide
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India

Jaisalmer in May

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Jaisalmer are February, March, November and December. In May, hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
35°C
Rainfall
5 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Jaisalmer is typically hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 35°C with about 5mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Jaisalmer in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Kingdom of Jaisalmer
The Kingdom of Jaisalmer was a kingdom in the far-western part of present-day Rajasthan, India, from the mid-12th century CE until 1947. In 1156 CE, Rawal Jaisal moved his capital
Jaisalmer Assembly constituency
Jaisalmer Assembly constituency is one of the 200 Legislative Assembly constituencies of Rajasthan state in India. It is part of Jaisalmer district.
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples
Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples is a group of seven Śvetāmbara Jain temples inside Jaisalmer Fort in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a World Heritage Site of UNESCO as part of Hil
Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort is situated in the city of Jaisalmer, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is one of the very few "living forts" in the world, as nearly one fourth of the old city's
Jaisalmer Wind Park
The Jaisalmer Wind Park is India's second largest and globally the fifth-largest operational onshore wind farm. This project is located in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, Western In
Gadisar Lake
Gadisar Lake is an artificial lake in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. It was built by the founder of Jaisalmer, Rawal Jaisal Bhati in 1156 AD and later rebuilt by his successor Rawal

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Jaisalmer in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Jaisalmer?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Jaisalmer's best months are generally February, March, November and December.

What is the weather like in Jaisalmer in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 35°C. Rainfall averages about 5mm for the month. In short, hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

What should I pack for Jaisalmer in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: hot, so pack light, breathable clothes and sun protection; very little rain.

What is there to do in Jaisalmer in May?+

Popular things to do include Kingdom of Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer Assembly constituency, Jaisalmer Fort Jain temples and Jaisalmer Fort. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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