The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Jaipur. Temperatures rise (40°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Jaipur. Compared to April: +3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
10°
Daylight
13.3h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 80
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Jaipur is November (9.1/10), 6.8 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+-0.86°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthMay · 40°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 43%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Jaipur ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndiaTemperate climate with a 9.1 → 2.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
26.92°N · 75.79°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Jaipur?
February is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 13.0°C lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of February & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Jaipur get in February?
Jaipur averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Jaipur?
May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Jaipur in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 13.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Jaipur good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Jaipur scores 8.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Jaipur?
May is the most difficult month to visit Jaipur, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Jaipur in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Jaipur (very high), with about 13.3h of daylight. Protection essential.