The month in detail
What to expect in January
January is peak dry season in Rajasthan. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 6 out of 12 months in Rajasthan. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
6°
Daylight
10.5h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 88
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Rajasthan is February (9.0/10), 0.8 pt higher than January.
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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 tropical stay.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+-0.86°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthMay · 40°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 45%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Rajasthan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndiaTropical climate with a 9.0 → 4.5 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 Rajasthan?
November is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of November & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Rajasthan get in November?
Rajasthan averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Rajasthan?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Rajasthan in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Rajasthan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Rajasthan scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Rajasthan?
July is the most difficult month to visit Rajasthan, with July 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 Rajasthan in January?
The average UV index reaches 5 in January in Rajasthan (moderate), with about 10.5h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.