PackingTravel note
Desert nights in winter are properly cold
Sam sand dunes, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Winter days in the Thar are pleasant, so it's tempting to pack light. After sunset on the dunes the temperature drops sharply, and a desert camp can feel very cold by midnight.
The lesson
Carry a warm layer and a cap for a dune night in winter.
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