Delhi
National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
Local time09:43
Sunrise06:21
Sunset17:52
Elevation221 m
Weather
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
Average high and low for every month, with rainfall below. The current month is highlighted.
Cold (high ≤ 8 °C)
Cool
Mild
Warm
Rain (mm)
The climate in numbers
Warmest month
41°
May
Coldest month
9°
January
Wettest month
197mm
August
Rain per year
699mm
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.1 °C | 8.8 °C | 20 mm | 10.5 h |
| February | 24.5 °C | 12.2 °C | 20 mm | 11.2 h |
| March | 31.1 °C | 16.9 °C | 15 mm | 12.0 h |
| April | 37.1 °C | 22.1 °C | 8 mm | 12.9 h |
| May | 40.8 °C | 26.0 °C | 29 mm | 13.6 h |
| June | 39.9 °C | 27.1 °C | 63 mm | 14.0 h |
| July | 35.2 °C | 26.2 °C | 194 mm | 13.8 h |
| August | 34.0 °C | 25.6 °C | 197 mm | 13.2 h |
| September | 34.1 °C | 24.2 °C | 119 mm | 12.3 h |
| October | 33.5 °C | 20.4 °C | 26 mm | 11.5 h |
| November | 28.1 °C | 15.2 °C | 2 mm | 10.7 h |
| December | 22.6 °C | 10.0 °C | 6 mm | 10.3 h |
What to pack
What to wear in Delhi
Day19 °C
Night9 °C
Rain20 mm
January in Delhi: mild, with highs of 19 °C and lows of 9 °C. Bring something warm for the evening.
Sunglasses
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day25 °C
Night12 °C
Rain20 mm
February in Delhi: mild, with highs of 25 °C and lows of 12 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen
- There are about 12 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day31 °C
Night17 °C
Rain15 mm
March in Delhi: warm, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 17 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 14 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day37 °C
Night22 °C
Rain8 mm
April in Delhi: hot, with highs of 37 °C and lows of 22 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 15 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day41 °C
Night26 °C
Rain29 mm
May in Delhi: hot, with highs of 41 °C and lows of 26 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 15 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day40 °C
Night27 °C
Rain63 mm
June in Delhi: hot, with highs of 40 °C and lows of 27 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 13 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day35 °C
Night26 °C
Rain194 mm
July in Delhi: hot, with highs of 35 °C and lows of 26 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 194 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day34 °C
Night26 °C
Rain197 mm
August in Delhi: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 26 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 197 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day34 °C
Night24 °C
Rain119 mm
September in Delhi: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 119 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day34 °C
Night20 °C
Rain26 mm
October in Delhi: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 20 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 13 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day28 °C
Night15 °C
Rain2 mm
November in Delhi: warm, with highs of 28 °C and lows of 15 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 13 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day23 °C
Night10 °C
Rain6 mm
December in Delhi: mild, with highs of 23 °C and lows of 10 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen
- There are about 13 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Typical souvenirs
What to buy in Delhi
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PashminaPashmina shawls come from Kashmir. The real thing is hand-spun and light; cheap ones are often acrylic.WhereGovernment crafts emporium and artisan fairsUS$ 80–200genuine shawl
Sources: lonelyplanet.com · agatetravel.com
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Spices and saffronDelhi has one of Asia's largest spice markets, in Old Delhi.WhereWholesale spice market in Old DelhiUS$ 8–1550 g of saffron
Sources: lonelyplanet.com · agatetravel.com
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Brass and wooden craftsBrass items, wood carvings and Jaipur blue pottery from many Indian states.WhereCrafts fair with stalls from every stateUS$ 2–60piece
Sources: lonelyplanet.com · trivenicabs.in
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Silver jewelleryThe Chandni Chowk area is the silver market. Look for the 925 hallmark.WhereSilver market in Old DelhiNo reliable price data
Sources: lonelyplanet.com · agatetravel.com
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