Best Time to Visit New Delhi
Best time: Mar, Nov, Feb, Dec.
May is warmest (39.9°C high); Aug is rainiest (237 mm).
New Delhi weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21 | 7.7 | 21 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 24.2 | 10.2 | 13 | 7.6 |
| Mar | 29.9 | 15.3 | 14 | 9.3 |
| Apr | 36.4 | 21.1 | 8 | 11 |
| May | 39.9 | 25.8 | 12 | 11.6 |
| Jun | 39.5 | 27.7 | 48 | 10.8 |
| Jul | 35.2 | 26.7 | 212 | 8.5 |
| Aug | 33.7 | 26 | 237 | 8 |
| Sep | 34 | 24.7 | 123 | 8.8 |
| Oct | 32.6 | 19.3 | 30 | 8.4 |
| Nov | 27.9 | 12.8 | 5 | 6.9 |
| Dec | 22.8 | 8.4 | 6 | 5.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MarNovFebDec
Beaches: AprMarMayNov
Hiking: NovFebDecJan
Sightseeing: MarNovFebDec
New 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 New Delhi?
Mar, Nov, Feb, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 237 mm.
What is the warmest month?
May, with average highs of 39.9°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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