Best Time to Visit Delhi
Best time: Mar, Nov, Feb, Dec.
May is warmest (40°C high); Aug is rainiest (240 mm).
Delhi weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21.1 | 7.8 | 21 | 5.9 |
| Feb | 24.3 | 10.3 | 13 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 30.1 | 15.4 | 15 | 9.3 |
| Apr | 36.5 | 21.1 | 8 | 10.9 |
| May | 40 | 25.8 | 11 | 11.6 |
| Jun | 39.6 | 27.7 | 45 | 10.7 |
| Jul | 35.3 | 26.7 | 213 | 8.4 |
| Aug | 33.8 | 26 | 240 | 7.9 |
| Sep | 34.1 | 24.7 | 122 | 8.7 |
| Oct | 32.7 | 19.4 | 31 | 8.4 |
| Nov | 28 | 12.9 | 5 | 6.9 |
| Dec | 22.9 | 8.6 | 6 | 5.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MarNovFebDec
Beaches: AprMarMayNov
Hiking: NovFebDecJan
Sightseeing: MarNovFebDec
Delhi quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
Mar, Nov, Feb, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 240 mm.
What is the warmest month?
May, with average highs of 40°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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