Sariska Tiger Reserve in May
Rajasthan, India
Tiger sightings drop sharply as animals retreat to water sources during peak heat stress
May turns Sariska into a heat mirage — the Aravallis shimmer, the rock radiates, and only the most determined safari-goers remain.
The May story
Not a casual visit. But the empty forest has a power that comfortable months never deliver.
Why May scores 6.0/10
Weather
May turns Sariska into a heat mirage — the Aravallis shimmer, the rock radiates, and only the most determined safari-goers remain.
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓adventurous-travellers
Who should think twice
- ✗most-travellers
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0/10 | Peak season — cool Aravalli mornings, tiger territory |
| February | 10.0/10 | Peak season — excellent conditions |
| March | 8.0/10 | Good sightings, warming |
| April | 8.0/10 | Hot but high sighting probability |
| Mayviewing | 6.0/10 | May turns Sariska into a heat mirage — the Aravallis shimmer, the rock radiates, and only the most determined safari-goers remain. |
| June | 6.0/10 | Extreme heat, pre-monsoon |
| July | 2.0/10 | PARK CLOSED — monsoon |
| August | 2.0/10 | PARK CLOSED — monsoon |
| September | 2.0/10 | PARK CLOSED — monsoon |
| October | 8.0/10 | Park reopens — green and uncrowded |
| November | 10.0/10 | November brings Sariska's groove back — cool air, dry scrub starting to thin, and the reliable weekend migration from Delhi and Jaipur bringing the park to life. |
| December | 10.0/10 | Peak season — winter wildlife |
Nearby in Rajasthan scoring high in May
How to reach Sariska Tiger Reserve
Airport
Jaipur (110km)
Rail
Alwar (35km)
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