Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Jaipur in January
This is the coldest month in Jaipur: highs average 72°F (22°C) and lows 44°F (7°C), with about 0.2 in (5 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (5 mm)
- Humidity
- 36%
- Cloud cover
- 23%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are warm, averaging 72°F (22°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 44°F (7°C), about 16°C (28°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 36%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.2 in (5 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 23%.
Plan around January
January is one of Jaipur's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (100 → 100/100).
- January sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothes72°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Jaipur in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Johari Bazaar
Old-city market lane for jewelry, gems, block-printed textiles and bangles.
Why now January scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bar Palladio
Peacock-blue Italian-style bar and garden at the Narain Niwas Palace hotel.
Why now Highs near 72°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Hawa Mahal
Five-story pink honeycomb facade with 953 windows, built so royal women could watch street life.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Amber Fort
Hilltop palace-fort of courtyards, mirrored halls and ramparts above Maota Lake.
Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar (LMB)
Vegetarian restaurant and sweet shop since 1954, known for Rajasthani thalis and ghewar.
Nearby in January
- Agra in January~138 mi · highs 73°F, 0.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Delhi in January~146 mi · highs 71°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Udaipur in January~206 mi · highs 76°F, 0.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Jaipur in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Jaipur?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 72°F (22°C) and 0.2 in (5 mm) of rain. January is inside the Oct – Mar window our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends.
How hot is Jaipur in January?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jaipur in January?
Not much: about 0.2 in (5 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.6 in (524 mm).
What should I pack for Jaipur in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (72°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in January
- Golden Triangle & Rajasthan Oct – Mar
Planning Jaipur in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.