Jaipur in October

In October, Jaipur averages 33°C (91°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night, with only about 1 rainy day.

Shoulder

Conditions are very hot — early-morning and evening sightseeing recommended. Skies are generally dry and clear.

October in Jaipur is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

33°C
Avg high
18°C
Avg low
1
Rain days
15 mm
Rainfall

How October compares to the rest of the year in Jaipur

6th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in October
11 h 33 min
daylight on the 15th

October is in the middle of the year for warmth in Jaipur (6th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C above the annual average (32°C). October runs roughly the same as September (33°C) and cools 4°C in November (29°C).

October sunrise & sunset in Jaipur

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:25 AM
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Sunset (15th)
5:59 PM
Day length
11 h 33 min

Times shown for Jaipur local time (Asia/Kolkata), calculated for the 15th of October. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Jaipur — October

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of October, in Jaipur's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:25 AM – 6:05 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:05 AM – 7:05 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:19 PM – 6:19 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:19 PM – 6:59 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Jaipur in October

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on October's tier (Shoulder) and Jaipur's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

October in India — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

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Diwali
Festival · medium impact

India's biggest festival of light. Cities are stunningly decorated but very crowded; air quality in Delhi NCR plummets due to fireworks and crop burning. Hotels surge 50-100%.

Plan: Worth seeing once, but Delhi air quality is genuinely hazardous post-Diwali. Mumbai, Jaipur, Udaipur are safer for visitors.

Crowds & pricing — October in Jaipur

Shoulder

Jaipur is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — October in Jaipur

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
9.8
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural. Check current dengue/malaria advisories for the destination.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Jaipur in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 22°C / 72°F 8°C / 46°F 5 mm 1 0
February 26°C / 79°F 11°C / 52°F 10 mm 2 0
March 32°C / 90°F 16°C / 61°F 5 mm 1 0
April 38°C / 100°F 22°C / 72°F 10 mm 1 0
May 40°C / 104°F 26°C / 79°F 15 mm 2 0
June 38°C / 100°F 27°C / 81°F 55 mm 4 0
July 33°C / 91°F 26°C / 79°F 210 mm 11 0
August 32°C / 90°F 25°C / 77°F 225 mm 13 0
September 33°C / 91°F 23°C / 73°F 80 mm 6 0
October 33°C / 91°F 18°C / 64°F 15 mm 1 0
November 29°C / 84°F 12°C / 54°F 5 mm 1 0
December 24°C / 75°F 9°C / 48°F 5 mm 1 0

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Jaipur in October?

In October, Jaipur averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F) — generally hot.

Does it rain a lot in Jaipur in October?

October is generally dry in Jaipur, with about 1 rainy day on average.

Is October a good time to visit Jaipur?

October is hot and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with hot weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Jaipur in October?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full October packing list for Jaipur for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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