May · India
Best time to visit Jodhpur in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jodhpur in May
Average temperature 35°C, 24 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 29% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.1/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 35°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 29%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Jodhpur scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 35°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jodhpur's blue lanes crowd below Mehrangarh fort, above the edge of the Thar desert.
May in Jodhpur: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
May averages 35°C (95°F) — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.
Expect 24 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 daylight hours.
It scores 6.1/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jodhpur in May?
- In May, Jodhpur averages 35°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Jodhpur?
- May earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jodhpur in May?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 29% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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