Geography of Delhi
Geography of Delhi: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Delhi
Taj Mahal is 112 mi to the south-east, Taj Mahal is 112 mi to the south-east, Amber Fort is 140 mi to the south-west and Jaipur is 146 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 28°36′50″N 77°12′32.4″E (28.6139, 77.209)
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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 86°F (30°C) in Delhi with overcast. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 79°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - 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 91°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Delhi today at 9.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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).
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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 86°F (30°C) with overcast. Humidity is 81% and wind is 1 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 8:40 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 8:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
