Jaipur Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Jaipur. The annual average is 32°C high / 19°C low — hottest in May (extreme heat · avoid) (41°C) and coldest in January (dry season · Lit Fest) (8°C).
Jaipur Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Jaipur's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 32° / 19°
- Best time to visit
- February (best · balanced), November (Pushkar Camel Fair · best), January (dry season · Lit Fest)
- Hottest month
- May (extreme heat · avoid) (41°C)
- Coldest month
- January (dry season · Lit Fest) (8°C)
- Wettest month
- August (peak monsoon) (240mm)
- Driest month
- March (Holi · warm) (5mm)
As of 2026, Jaipur's weather averages 32°C high / 19°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is February (best · balanced), November (Pushkar Camel Fair · best), January (dry season · Lit Fest). The hottest month is May (extreme heat · avoid) (41°C), the coldest is January (dry season · Lit Fest) (8°C), and the wettest is August (peak monsoon) (240mm).
Best Time to Visit Jaipur
February is ideal — the best balance of weather and light.
November is one of the best months — the Pushkar Camel Fair is at its peak.
January is one of the best months — peak dry season and the Jaipur Literature Festival.
Jaipur Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (dry season · Lit Fest) | 22° / 8° | 10mm | 2 | Very busy | Details → |
| February (best · balanced) | 26° / 11° | 10mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| March (Holi · warm) | 31° / 16° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| April (heat begins) | 38° / 22° | 5mm | 1 | Moderate | Details → |
| May (extreme heat · avoid) | 41° / 27° | 15mm | 2 | Quiet | Details → |
| June (peak heat · avoid) | 40° / 28° | 60mm | 4 | Quiet | Details → |
| July (monsoon) | 34° / 26° | 200mm | 13 | Quiet | Details → |
| August (peak monsoon) | 32° / 25° | 240mm | 15 | Quiet | Details → |
| September (monsoon's end) | 33° / 23° | 100mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
| October (a strong candidate) | 33° / 18° | 15mm | 2 | Busy | Details → |
| November (Pushkar Camel Fair · best) | 28° / 12° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| December (dry · year-end peak) | 24° / 8° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Jaipur by Season
Hot. Short sleeves + a hat.
Monsoon. Short sleeves + rain gear.
Dry season begins. Short sleeves + a jacket at dawn.
Dry and warm. Long sleeves, short sleeves by day, a jacket in the morning.
Jaipur Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Jaipur? +
For weather, February (best · balanced), November (Pushkar Camel Fair · best), January (dry season · Lit Fest) are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 26°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Jaipur? +
The hottest month is May (extreme heat · avoid) with an average high of 41°C, and the coldest is January (dry season · Lit Fest) with an average low of 8°C. The annual average is 32°C high / 19°C low.
When does it rain most in Jaipur? +
The wettest month is August (peak monsoon) (240mm over about 15 rainy days) and the driest is March (Holi · warm) (5mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 670mm.
What should I pack for Jaipur? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 37/22°C — Hot. Short sleeves + a hat. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 35/26°C — Monsoon. Short sleeves + rain gear. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 31/18°C — Dry season begins. Short sleeves + a jacket at dawn. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 24/9°C — Dry and warm. Long sleeves, short sleeves by day, a jacket in the morning.
What is the weather in Jaipur this month (June (peak heat · avoid))? +
June (peak heat · avoid) averages 40°C high / 28°C low with 60mm rainfall over about 4 rainy days. Crowds are quiet and prices are low.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.