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Rajasthan Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Rajasthan, India this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Rajasthan in May

Rajasthan, India is a region in India. May in Rajasthan generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 39°C (102°F) in Ranakpur to 43°C (109°F) in Būndi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 30°C (86°F) in Būndi and 27°C (81°F) in Ranakpur. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Rajasthan, India. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Rajasthan, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mount Ābu with an average of 3.7 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Alwar with 19 mm (0.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Rajasthan in May

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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Rajasthan, India?

Temperature range in Rajasthan (May)

Precipitation variation in Rajasthan (May)

Jaipur

In May Jaipur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Jaipur →

Udaipur

In May Udaipur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
40°C (104°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Udaipur →

Jodhpur

In May Jodhpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
42°C (108°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
284 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jodhpur →

Jaisalmer

In May Jaisalmer generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 43°C (109°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
43°C (109°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Jaisalmer →

Pushkar

In May Pushkar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Pushkar →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Rajasthan, in India.

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 Rajasthan in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jaipur 42°C (108°F) 28°C (82°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Udaipur 40°C (104°F) 26°C (79°F) 6.9 mm (0.3 in)
Jodhpur 42°C (108°F) 29°C (84°F) 6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Jaisalmer 43°C (109°F) 28°C (82°F) 9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Pushkar 41°C (106°F) 29°C (84°F) 7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Sawāi Mādhopur 43°C (109°F) 29°C (84°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)

Rajasthan weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Rajasthan, India typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Jaipur average around 42°C (108°F), and temperatures drop to about 28°C (82°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Rajasthan, India during May range from a nighttime low near 28°C (82°F) to a daytime high around 42°C (108°F) in Jaipur.

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

May is on the drier side in Rajasthan, India. Jaipur averages only about 13 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Rajasthan, India?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Rajasthan, India due to the typically unpleasant weather in Jaipur.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Jaipur. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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