Destination
Jaipur is the Pink City, with forts, palaces and bazaars that suit the cooler months best. October to March is comfortable and busy, April to June is very hot, and July to September brings the monsoon and green hills. Here is how all twelve months compare for weather, crowds, prices and events.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
My recommendation
February
February is warm, dry and sunny, with clear skies for the forts and comfortable evenings in the bazaars. The Jaipur Literature Festival and the peak winter crowds have passed.
Best weather
October–March
Dry, sunny and comfortable.
Best for festivals
January & October–November
Literature Festival, Dussehra and Diwali.
Least crowded
April–June
Very hot, with few tourists.
Best for green views
July–September
Monsoon landscapes around the forts.
February scores
Plan around
Mid-January
October–December
April–June
Jaipur travel tip
Start early: Amber Fort and the City Palace are far calmer in the first hour. Hire a driver for the day, use the afternoon heat for a museum or a long lunch, and save the bazaars for the evening.
Founder note
“Take a late-afternoon drive up to Nahargarh Fort for sunset over the pink city. It is a calm counterpoint to the busy bazaars below.”
Experience Jaipur
Travel around
Distances between the forts, palaces and bazaars are best covered with a hired driver or ride-hailing apps; auto-rickshaws work for short hops. Agree the price before you go.
Best period
October–March
Allow extra time for traffic around the old city.
CFV founder tip
Go up to Nahargarh Fort in the late afternoon. The city glows below you, and a rooftop dinner afterwards makes a good ending.
Month by month
Tap any month for full scores, temperatures and planning notes.
Book hotels early and bring a layer for chilly mornings.
Visit Amber Fort first thing to beat the crowds.
Wear old clothes during Holi and protect your electronics.
Start sightseeing at sunrise and rest through the afternoon.
Avoid midday outdoor activity and stay hydrated.
Plan indoor activities for the afternoon.
Carry a rain jacket and check road conditions.
Check the festival dates and keep a rain plan.
Keep a flexible plan for showers.
Book hotels early around the Diwali dates.
Book accommodation ahead; it is wedding season.
Book New Year accommodation early.
Climate
| Month | High | Low | Precipitation | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 46°F | 6 mm | 1 |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 12°C / 54°F | 10 mm | 1 |
| March | 32°C / 90°F | 17°C / 63°F | 4 mm | 1 |
| April | 38°C / 100°F | 23°C / 73°F | 7 mm | 1 |
| May | 41°C / 106°F | 27°C / 81°F | 12 mm | 1 |
| June | 40°C / 104°F | 28°C / 82°F | 62 mm | 4 |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 26°C / 79°F | 190 mm | 10 |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 25°C / 77°F | 203 mm | 9 |
| September | 34°C / 93°F | 24°C / 75°F | 80 mm | 5 |
| October | 34°C / 93°F | 20°C / 68°F | 19 mm | 1 |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 14°C / 57°F | 2 mm | 0 |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 50°F | 4 mm | 0 |
Climate data: India Meteorological Department. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.
Keep exploring
Other places I’d time carefully — and when I’d go.
If you want…
…comfortable weather
Go between November and February.
…the fewest tourists
Go in July or August, and accept the humidity.
…literature and ideas
Go in January for the festival, and book early.
FAQ
February is a strong choice, with warm, dry weather and clear skies.
April to June, when daytime temperatures are very high.
Not necessarily; it is humid but green, with lower prices and fewer tourists.
