India Climate and Average Weather
Climate of India: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in India 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).
Recent extremes in India
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
Climate by city in India
4 cities mapped in this atlas
Climate by attraction in India
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Climate by unesco world heritage site in India
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Climate by river in India
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit India
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.
What this means for India
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 93°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month.
A 55% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 69°F.
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
India is a country in Asia. India is a country in Asia with its capital at New Delhi. It has a population of about 1.43 billion. The capital is New Delhi.
Right now it is 93°F (34°C) in India 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 India 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 Amber Fort, Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Ganges River.
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 India 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.
Quick facts about India
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 28°36′50″N 77°12′32.4″E (28.6139, 77.209) |
| Capital | New Delhi |
| Population | 1.430.000.000 |
| Area | 1.269.219 sq mi |
| ISO code | IN |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | IND |
| Currency | Indian rupee (INR) |
| Languages | Hindi, English |
| Calling code | +91 |
| Time zone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Local time | 2:53 PM (UTC+05:30) |
| Best months | February, March, April, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Weather map for India
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Animated layers by Windy. For pin-level detail and nearby places, see the interactive map below.
Explore India
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Frequently asked questions
Where is India?
India is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 28.6139, 77.209. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in India 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 India?
February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in India, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is India in?
India observes Asia/Kolkata (UTC+05:30). The local time is 2:53 PM.
How many people live in India?
India has a population of approximately 1.43 billion.
What is the nearest airport to India?
The closest airports are Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 8 mi away and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), 713 mi away.
What are the top things to do in India?
Popular options include Amber Fort, Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Ganges River.
What places are in India?
India covers 7 places in this atlas, including Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Goa.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 2:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
