Geography of India
Geography of India: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of India
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Coordinates: 28°36′50″N 77°12′32.4″E (28.6139, 77.209)
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 | 1:13 PM (UTC+05:30) |
| Best months | February, March, April, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by city in India
4 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in India
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in India
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by river in India
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
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 92°F (34°C) in India with clear sky. It feels like 106°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 8.5/10. 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.
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).
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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 92°F (34°C) with clear sky. 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 1:13 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 1:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
