Climate Overview
Jaipur has a semi-arid climate with punishing May highs of 40°C and a short monsoon Jul–Aug (262mm in Jul) that brings humidity above 75%. Winters are dry and pleasant — 22–27°C days, 9–14°C nights, and bone-dry air. Oct–Mar is the clear visitor window; May is the month to avoid entirely.
Monthly Climate
Temperature range, rainfall, and humidity by month
Monthly Data
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23.3° | 10° | 20mm | 70% |
| Feb | 27.9° | 14.7° | 4mm | 53% |
| Mar | 33.6° | 19.5° | 0mm | 31% |
| Apr | 39.8° | 25.7° | 0mm | 20% |
| May | 40.1° | 27.6° | 10mm | 38% |
| Jun | 37.7° | 27.1° | 165mm | 59% |
| Jul | 32.9° | 25.7° | 323mm | 83% |
| Aug | 33.1° | 26° | 136mm | 80% |
| Sep | 32.6° | 25.7° | 82mm | 72% |
| Oct | 29.4° | 20.5° | 0mm | 63% |
| Nov | 26.8° | 14.7° | 0mm | 55% |
| Dec | 25° | 11.3° | 0mm | 54% |
When to Visit
Experiences to seek out and peak periods to plan around
Experiences & Highlights
Five-day programme at Hotel Clarks Amer pairs authors from 30+ countries with dry 22–27°C highs and humidity below 55%; mornings at Diggi Palace legacy sessions, evenings at Amber Fort sound-and-light.
Elephant Festival eve gatherings at Chaugan Stadium flow into Holi colour throwing in Tripolia Bazaar; 32°C highs and just 22mm March rain keep powder dry through the afternoon.
Two-day Hariyali Teej parade from City Palace through Tripolia Gate with camels, elephants and the canopied Teej idol; monsoon peaks here (262mm July, 80% humidity August) so grab a covered balcony seat.
Johari and Bapu Bazaar compete in illuminated-facade contests for a week around Diwali; cool 29–33°C days and under 15mm rain make night walking tours from Hawa Mahal to Jal Mahal comfortable.
Peak Periods & Travel Advisories
Highs climb from 38°C to a May peak of 40.5°C with humidity crashing to 23–30%; Amber Fort stone radiates heat by 11am. Start at sunrise, break midday, and carry 2L of water per person.
Pleasant 23–25°C days draw the Golden Triangle crowds; Amber Fort elephant-ride queues stretch past 9am and heritage hotel rates rise 60–90% around 25 Dec – 2 Jan. Book 3+ months ahead.
Jul averages 262mm and Aug 143mm with 75–80% humidity; sudden afternoon storms flood Chandpole underpasses and can shut Nahargarh Fort road. Plan indoor stops at City Palace museums and Anokhi textile workshops.
India Destination Comparison
Compare climate across destinations in India
| City | Avg High | Avg Low | Annual Rain | Season Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🇮🇳 Jaipur | 32° | 21° | 740 mm | |
🇮🇳 Mumbai | 32° | 24° | 2827 mm |
Official Resources
Government portals and tourism boards for Jaipur, India