Most people pack for Jaipur as if it's hot all year. In January nights drop to 8°C (46°F), so a sunrise trip up to Amber Fort calls for a real layer. The other thing that catches people out is shoes, because temples ask you to take them off and you want a pair that slips on and off in seconds.
Jaipur weather by month
Daily high and low (°C), and days with rainSee the numbers
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 21°C70°F | 26°C79°F | 31°C88°F | 36°C97°F | 39°C102°F | 37°C99°F | 33°C91°F | 31°C88°F | 32°C90°F | 31°C88°F | 27°C81°F | 23°C73°F |
| Low | 8°C46°F | 13°C55°F | 17°C63°F | 23°C73°F | 26°C79°F | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 21°C70°F | 16°C61°F | 11°C52°F |
| Rain days | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 24 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Season by season
Winter
December–FebruaryPeak season, and the best weather. Days are 21–26°C (70–79°F), but nights drop to 8°C (46°F) in January, so bring a fleece or a warm wrap for early mornings. It's dry, with 1 to 2 rain days a month.
Hot season
March–MayHeat builds from 31°C (88°F) in March to 39°C (102°F) in May, the hottest month. Rain is rare, 1 to 3 days a month. See Amber Fort and Nahargarh at opening time and stay indoors through the afternoon.
Monsoon
June–SeptemberJune is still 37°C (99°F) before the rains arrive, then July brings 24 rain days and August 17. Highs of 31–33°C (88–91°F) plus the rain make it sticky, and streets in the old city can flood after a heavy storm. A rain shell and quick-dry clothes beat an umbrella in a crowded bazaar.
Autumn
October–NovemberThe rain stops and the city cools, from 31°C (88°F) in October to 27°C (81°F) in November, with nights down to 16°C (61°F). Diwali usually lands in this window, and the bazaars are lit up and packed. Bring a light layer for evenings.
What to bring to Jaipur
0 of 24 packed- A warm wrapClothing
January nights drop to 8°C (46°F), and one wool wrap keeps you warm at sunrise at Amber Fort and covers your head at temples.
- Hydro Flask 24 oz Wide Mouth Bottle with Flex Straw CapWater Bottles & Hydration
May hits 39°C (102°F), and a bottle that keeps water cold for 24 hours makes the climb at Amber Fort a lot easier to face.
- Bearwind S40 Portable Handheld Turbo FanTech & Power
In May and June the lows are still 26–27°C (79–81°F), so a handheld fan helps a lot in an auto-rickshaw stuck in old city traffic.
- Sawyer 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion, 4 ozHealth & Safety
Monsoon months bring the mosquitoes, and this lotion lasts up to 12 hours without damaging your sunglasses or camera.
July has 24 rain days, and a shell that packs into its own pocket is far easier than an umbrella in a packed bazaar.
A light, packable women's rain shell for Jaipur's showers. Easy to keep in a day bag.
- Pacsafe GO Anti-Theft Tech CrossbodyDocuments & Security
Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar are shoulder to shoulder, and a crossbody with a steel-wire strap and lockable zips keeps your phone and cards on you.
- Boot Bananas Original Shoe DeodorizersFootwear & Shoe Care
With shoes off and on at every temple and dusty streets all day, these inserts keep your shoes from making the whole bag smell.
Clothing
- Loose cotton long pants or skirts · 3Temples ask for covered knees
- Lightweight long-sleeve shirts · 3Covers shoulders, blocks sun
- Light scarf · 1Covers shoulders at temples
- Fleece or warm sweater · 1January nights drop to 8°C
- Sun hat · 1May hits 39°C
Footwear
- Slip-on shoes or sandals · 1Shoes off at every temple
- Closed-toe walking shoes · 1Amber Fort climbs
Gear
- Sunglasses · 1
- Compact umbrella · 1July has 24 rain days
Health and toiletries
- Sunscreen · 1
- Hand sanitizer · 1
- Anti-diarrhea medicine · 1
- Electrolyte packets
Documents and money
- Passport
- Indian visaArrange before you fly
Tech
- Phone charger and cable
What shoes should you pack for Jaipur?
You'll walk the ramps and cobbles at Amber Fort, the climb at Nahargarh and miles of crowded bazaar around Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar. Comfort matters, but so does speed, because shoes come off at temples like Birla Mandir and Galta Ji. A walking shoe you can slip on without untying saves a lot of fumbling.
What do people wear in Jaipur?
Loose, light clothes that cover shoulders and knees, which is what most locals and visitors wear. Cotton kurtas, long skirts and linen trousers stay cool in the heat and work at temples. A scarf is handy for covering your head at some temples and for keeping dust and sun off on the street.
What plugs does Jaipur use?
India uses type C, D and M sockets at 230V. The universal adapter's EU two-pin plug fits type C sockets, but it won't fit the round-pin D and M sockets, so check what your hotel has. Most phone and laptop chargers handle 230V.
Tours and things to do in Jaipur
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What should you leave at home for Jaipur?
Leave the shorts and tank tops, they limit where you can go and draw stares. Skip heavy lace-up hiking boots, they're a pain at every temple door. And pack light, because the bazaars sell cotton kurtas and scarves you'll want to buy anyway.
Packing for Jaipur: questions people ask
What should I wear in Jaipur in December?
Light layers. Days are about 23°C (73°F), but nights drop to 11°C (52°F), so bring a sweater or wrap for mornings and evenings.
What should I wear to temples in Jaipur?
Clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, and shoes you can take off easily. Some temples also ask you to cover your head, so carry a scarf.
When is monsoon season in Jaipur?
Roughly June to September. July is the wettest month with 24 rain days, and August has 17.
What is the hottest month in Jaipur?
May, with highs around 39°C (102°F). April and June are also hot at 36–37°C (97–99°F).
Will my plug work in Jaipur?
India uses type C, D and M sockets at 230V. European two-pin plugs fit type C sockets, but the round-pin D and M sockets need an India-specific adapter.
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