Rajasthan · SpringMonth summary
Rajasthan weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
81°F – 104°F
🌧 Rainy days
8% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Rajasthan in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 40°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Not the best window: 8% rain risk and 11.1h of sunshine. February is much safer.
By trip type
Rajasthan in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Rajasthan. Temperatures rise (40°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (8% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 48°F | 70°F | 6% | 0.0in | 9.7h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ February | 55°F | 79°F | 3% | 0.0in | 10.1h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ March | 64°F | 88°F | 9% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🥵 April | 73°F | 99°F | 4% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 May | 81°F | 104°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 82°F | 100°F | 28% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 6.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 79°F | 91°F | 69% | 0.3in | 9.9h | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ August | 75°F | 88°F | 64% | 0.2in | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 75°F | 90°F | 41% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.4/10 |
| ☀️ October | 68°F | 90°F | 7% | 0.0in | 10.5h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ November | 59°F | 81°F | 4% | 0.0in | 9.6h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 52°F | 73°F | 4% | 0.0in | 9.6h | 8.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Rajasthan averages 104°F, 8% rainy days and 11.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.9/10.
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Comparison
May vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -14°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Rajasthan in May
Is May a good time to visit Rajasthan?
May is an acceptable time for Rajasthan (score 6.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (8.9/10) if possible.
Is it too hot in Rajasthan in May?
Temperatures reach 104°F. The heat is extreme — limit activities to cooler hours. Sunshine: 11.1h/day.
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