Jodhpur
City in India
Jodhpur is a city in India with a population of 1,033,918. Located 486 km from New Delhi, the city draws visitors with its sights such as Mehrangarh and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
What to see
Visitors to Jodhpur can explore historical landmarks. The main sights include the fortress of Mehrangarh and the grand Umaid Bhawan Palace.
When to go
The cooler months from November to February bring daily highs between 25 °C and 30 °C and lows from 10 °C to 15 °C, with minimal rain. Temperatures rise significantly from March to June, with daily highs reaching 40 °C in May. The monsoon season spans July and August, bringing higher rainfall with up to 134 mm of rain on about 16 days in July.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, located 5 km from the city. Jaipur International Airport serves as a hub, located 283 km away.
Top sights in Jodhpur
Weather by month
The warmest month is May, with an average high of 40 °C. The wettest is July, with about 134 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 24 | 27 | 32 | 37 | 40 | 39 | 34 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 30 | 25 |
| Average low, °C | 10 | 12 | 17 | 22 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 21 | 15 | 11 |
| Rainfall, mm | 5 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 12 | 36 | 134 | 119 | 46 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Jodhpur (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.