Best Time to Visit Delhi
Best time to visit Delhi: February, March, April, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Delhi
Go in February, March, April, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Delhi month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66° | 46° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 54° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 87° | 63° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 99° | 74° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 103° | 81° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 101° | 83° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 93° | 80° | 9,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 79° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 92° | 77° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 89° | 69° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 81° | 59° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 72° | 51° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Delhi compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Delhi.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Mahal | 112 mi | 77°F | about the same | 33 in |
| Taj Mahal | 112 mi | 77°F | about the same | 33 in |
| Amber Fort | 140 mi | 77°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Jaipur | 146 mi | 77°F | about the same | 24 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Delhi
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Delhi is a city in India. Delhi is known for Red Fort, India Gate and street food. It has a population of about 32.9 million.
Right now it is 93°F (34°C) in Delhi with mainly clear. It feels like 105°F. Today runs from 81°F to 93°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Delhi is February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 103°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Amber Fort.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 93°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Delhi today at 7.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Delhi right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:10 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 91° / 76°
Thunderstorm with hail · 84% rain · wind 6 mph
⛈️ 89° / 77°
Thunderstorm with hail · 86% rain · wind 4 mph
Things to do in Delhi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Delhi?
Delhi is a city in India. Its coordinates are 28.6139, 77.209. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Delhi right now?
It is currently 93°F (34°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 61% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Delhi, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Delhi in?
Delhi observes Asia/Kolkata (UTC+05:30). The local time is 4:10 PM.
How many people live in Delhi?
Delhi has a population of approximately 32.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Delhi?
The closest airports are Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 8 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Delhi?
Popular options include Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Amber Fort.
What places are in Delhi?
Delhi covers 1 places in this atlas, including Indira Gandhi International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
