Best Time to Visit Jaipur

November to March is Best Season to Visit Jaipur

Jaipur can be visited at any time through out the year, however, Winter season between November to March is the best season to explore its rich heritage and culture. Winter experiences pleasant weather and cool nights and it is best suitable for visitors to go for sightseeing during the day. This is a good time for adventure activities like paragliding, hot air ballooning, rock climbing, camel riding, etc. This is also the festive season in Jaipur which attracts a lot of visitors. Winter is a good season if you would like to explore the wildlife of Ranthambore National Park but the heavy crowd usually spoils the experience.

December to January is Peak Season in Jaipur

January time and Jaipur Elephant Festival (around March) are the peak seasons in Jaipur. The major festivals like the Kite Festival and Jaipur Literature Festival are held during January and attract people from different parts of the world. Jaipur Elephant Festival is one of the famous festivals celebrated in Jaipur and usually, hotels are very expensive during this season due to the large inflow of travelers.

Minimum Temperature in Jaipur

5°C

Maximum Temperature in Jaipur

45°C

Present Temperature in Jaipur

Winter Season (October - March):

Winter season begins in the month of October and continues till March. The maximum temperature can be 22 ºC, while the minimum temperature can go as low as 5 ºC. Carry heavy woolens while traveling. You can enjoy the sightseeing at the historic forts along with the Elephant Festival in March, Kite Festival during Makar Sankranti and Jaipur Literature Fest in January.

Summer Season (April - June):

Summers are very hot here as the temperature goes up to around 45°C during the day. The temperature at night is comparatively less at about 25°C. The festival of Gangaur is celebrated during this time. Drink lots of water and juices, wear light cotton wares and carry a pair of good sunglasses if you are planning a visit this city at this time.

Monsoon Season (July - September):

Jaipur does not receive an average amount of rain, sightseeing and other outdoor activities don't get interfered. The temperature during this time ranges between 27°C to 34°C, making it slightly cooler than summer. This little amount of rain also results in the surroundings looking fresh and radiant, adding to the beauty of the city. Average annual rainfall is 601 mm | 23.7 inch.