Location:
East Rajasthan, Western India.Altitude: 432 m
Summer Temperature: 45oC max and 26oC min
Winter Temperature: 22oC max and 05oC min
Average Rainfall: 64 cm
Best Time to Visit: October to March
Nestled amidst the Aravalli ranges Jaipur enjoys hot climate for most parts of Summer. The city of Jaipur enjoys moderate spells of rainfall and otherwise is a dry and arid region. The city of Jaipur is one of the most sought after tourist destination which attracts more visitors from across the globe. Though the heritage city is thronged by visitors throughout the year it is between October and March that one can enjoy the pleasant weather of Jaipur along with its rich heritage structures. Read on to know more about the climate the heritage city enjoys.
Summer
The summer season in Jaipur lasts from March to mid July and the mercury rises to a high of 45oC making the summer days unbearable. The nights are still relatively cooler and are tolerable. This is the time when one witnesses scorching heat and hot winds blowing in the pink city. It is advisable to wear light cotton clothes and carry a hat or scarf to prevent a heat stroke.
Monsoons
The Monsoon in Jaipur lasts from July to September and is a pleasant break from the scorching summer heat. The rain showers result in bringing down the mercury level. The weather during these months is not hot but continues to remain warm. Jaipur receives an average rainfall of 64 cm which makes it a moderate amount of rain spell.
Winter
Winter months are pleasant and the best time to take a tour of the Pink City. In fact in the months of December and January the mercury dips to a low of around 05oC making the weather really cold and chilly. The winter season here lasts between the months of December to February. The winter days in Jaipur are pleasing while the night turns frosty.