Pushkar in December
Great time to visit
Another excellent month weather-wise, though crowds and prices remain high. December offers reliable sunshine and comfortable temperatures for year-end travel.
Weather
December continues the excellent weather with sunny days and crisp nights. Clear desert air provides stunning visibility, while comfortable temperatures make exploring effortless. You'll need warm clothes for early mornings and evenings.
26°C high10°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations at some hotels
- •New Year festivities
December Tips
- •Peak tourist pricing continues through New Year
- •Perfect weather for sunrise temple visits and desert excursions
- •Book restaurant tables ahead during Christmas/New Year week
All Months
October to March is your window — desert heat becomes bearable and you can actually walk around during the day. December and January are perfect, with sunny days around 25°C and cool nights perfect for rooftop dinners. November brings the famous Pushkar Camel Fair, when the population triples and hotel prices quadruple. Book months ahead if you want to experience the chaos. April onwards gets brutally hot — we're talking 45°C in May and June. Monsoon season (July-September) is unpredictable. Some years bring relief, others just humidity without rain. The town looks beautiful after rare desert showers, but don't bank on it. Winter mornings can be surprisingly cold, pack layers.
Pushkar Scores
Solo
9/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
3/10
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