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Rajasthan Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Rajasthan, India in January.

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Planning a journey to Rajasthan, India this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Rajasthan in January

Rajasthan, India is a region in India. January in Rajasthan generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Gangānagar at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Mount Ābu at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Mount Ābu and 8°C (46°F) in Gangānagar. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Rajasthan, India that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To explore the conditions in Rajasthan, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bārmer with an average of 2.7 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Neemrana with 17 mm (0.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Rajasthan in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Rajasthan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Rajasthan

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Rajasthan, India?

Temperature range in Rajasthan (January)

Precipitation variation in Rajasthan (January)

Jaipur

In January Jaipur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jaipur →

Udaipur

In January Udaipur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Udaipur →

Jodhpur

In January Jodhpur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
301 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jodhpur →

Jaisalmer

In January Jaisalmer generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jaisalmer →

Pushkar

In January Pushkar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pushkar →

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In our records: India January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in India dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Leh on January 25, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in India was -27°C (-17°F) in Leh on January 1, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Rajasthan in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jaipur 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Udaipur 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Jodhpur 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Jaisalmer 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Pushkar 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Sawāi Mādhopur 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Rajasthan weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rajasthan, India in January?

In January, Rajasthan, India generally has perfect weather conditions. Jaipur sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Rajasthan, India in January?

Jaipur averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Rajasthan, India get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Jaipur averages just 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Rajasthan, India.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Rajasthan, India?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Rajasthan, India. Typically, the climate in Jaipur is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Jaipur. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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