Jim Corbett National Park

Jim Corbett National Park Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jim Corbett National Park, India in May.

Planning a trip to Jim Corbett National Park, India this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Jim Corbett National Park in May

Jim Corbett National Park, India is a region in India. May in Jim Corbett National Park generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. May is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 36°C (97°F) in Rāmnagar to 39°C (102°F) in Kāshīpur. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Kāshīpur and 22°C (72°F) in Rāmnagar. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Jim Corbett National Park, India. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jim Corbett National Park, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kāshīpur with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Rāmnagar with 42 mm (1.7 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jim Corbett National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rāmnagar)

Best Places to Visit in Jim Corbett National Park in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Jim Corbett National Park

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Jim Corbett National Park, India?

Temperature range in Jim Corbett National Park (May)

Precipitation variation in Jim Corbett National Park (May)

Rāmnagar

In May Rāmnagar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Kāshīpur

In May Kāshīpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
39°C (102°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jim Corbett National Park in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rāmnagar 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Kāshīpur 39°C (102°F) 25°C (77°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Jim Corbett National Park weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jim Corbett National Park, India in May?

Expect poor weather across Jim Corbett National Park, India in May. The popular destination of Rāmnagar averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Jim Corbett National Park, India in May?

Average temperatures in Jim Corbett National Park, India during May range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Rāmnagar.

Does Jim Corbett National Park, India get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Jim Corbett National Park, India. Rāmnagar averages only about 42 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Jim Corbett National Park, India?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rāmnagar, May may not be the ideal time to visit Jim Corbett National Park, India.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, March, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Rāmnagar. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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