Pushkar in May
Not the best time
Only for the truly heat-hardy. May in Pushkar tests your limits with scorching temperatures that make sightseeing a survival exercise.
Weather
May is brutally hot with temperatures that make walking around midday nearly impossible. The desert heat is dry but intense, and even early mornings feel warm. Some relief comes only after sunset.
41°C high27°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$25/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Buddha Purnima
May Tips
- •Visit only if you're seriously heat-tolerant
- •Many restaurants and shops close during afternoon hours
- •Air-conditioned accommodation becomes essential, not optional
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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