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Jaipur in December

Cool and festive

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

December is a reasonable month in Jaipur — with trade-offs.

December is cool and lively, with peak-season prices around the holidays.

6.7/10 overall10–25°CHigh crowds$$$$
Weather8.5/10
Crowds4/10
Prices$$$$
Events7.5/10

December in detail

What December actually feels like

Weather
10–25°C
Cool, dry and sunny.
Crowds
High
Expect queues at the headline sights and full terraces in the evening.
Prices
$$$$
Higher rates, especially for central and view rooms.

+Cool weather and lively markets.

–High season crowds.

My tip for December

Book New Year accommodation early.

  • Forts
  • Markets
  • Rooftops

How December compares

Against the other eleven months

6th of 12 overall in Jaipur, 3rd for weather, 12th for space, 12th for value. The emptiest month is May; the best value is May.

See all twelve months for Jaipur

Plan around

What’s on in Jaipur in December

Diwali and wedding season

October–December

High demand for rooms and transport.

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Weather

Weather in Jaipur in December

In December Jaipur averages a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 10°C (50°F), with about 4 mm of rain or snow over 0 wet days. The warmest month is May (around 41°C) and the coolest is January (around 23°C); the wettest month is August.

Average high
25°C
77°F
Average low
10°C
50°F
Precipitation
4 mm
Wet days
0

Climate data: India Meteorological Department. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Jaipur in December: the questions people ask

Is December a good time to visit Jaipur?
December is a reasonable month in Jaipur — with trade-offs. It ranks 6 of 12 months in Jaipur overall (3 for weather, 12 for space, 12 for value). The main upside: Cool weather and lively markets. The main downside: High season crowds.
What is the weather like in Jaipur in December?
Average highs are around 25°C and lows around 10°C. Expect about 4 mm of rain or snow over roughly 0 wet days. Cool, dry and sunny. For comparison, the warmest month is May (around 41°C) and the coolest is January (around 23°C).
Is Jaipur crowded in December?
Crowds are high. Expect queues at the headline sights and full terraces in the evening. The quietest month is May.
How expensive is Jaipur in December?
Prices are at level 4 of 5 ($$$$). Higher rates, especially for central and view rooms. The best-value month is May.
When is the best time to visit Jaipur?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, February is the best month overall (December ranks 6 of 12). The quietest month is May and the best value is May.

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