When to Travel to Rajasthan

Tourists visit Rajasthan throughout the year but the best time to visit Rajasthan is during winter when the temperature is not too low and too high from the month of November to February.

Situated away from the coast, the climate in Rajasthan is typically dry most of the year. There are low levels of humidity with random spurts of rainfall here and there. The nights are comparatively chilly when compared to the mornings. To know the best season to visit Rajasthan, you need to know that there are typically three seasons in Rajasthan; Summer, Monsoon, and Winter.

Depending on the region and the season, the temperatures vary from each place to another. Hence, you need to make a list of your preferences before you can decide on the best time to visit Rajasthan. Summer is always scorching with temperatures above 48 degrees. However, Monsoons are much pleasant when compared to summers with rain showers that change the landscape of the place. Once the monsoon passes, winters arrive. Winters are the most popular time to visit Rajasthan because of the comfortable temperatures.

But however, no particular season can actually be declared as the best season for visiting Rajasthan, India. However, most of the tourists prefer the time between November to February for Rajasthan tourism. The temperatures during this season are slightly comfortable making it perfect for a vacation in Rajasthan away from the city madness. If you cannot resist crowded places, then you can visit the place during the Monsoons from July to September; as the winters are usually crowded with people from across the world landing in Rajasthan.

Summer (April – June) – ( 24℃-45℃ / 75℉-105℉ )
Summers are pretty harsh with the temperature rising up to 48°C. Ideal places to visit during this season would be Mount Abu, Kumbhalgarh or Ranakpur. The weather is pleasant and well suited for exploring these places. If you would like to explore the cities then evenings are the best time as the temperature is quite moderate.

Monsoon (July – September) – ( 21℃-35℃ / 70℉-95℉ )
Monsoon is far more refreshing as the temperature tends to drop across the state. This is the perfect time if you want to avoid the crowds during the peak seasons. Bundi, the lake city of Udaipur and the Keoladeo national park are a must visit during this season.

Winter (October – March) – ( 13℃-30℃ / 55℉-85℉)
The temperature continues to drop throughout and winter sets in at the beginning of October. This is the peak tourists season. From October to March temperature variations are high and sometimes goes up to 0°C. This is the best time to go out into the desert and other parts of the state as the sun is not that intense.