Delhi, India experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records.
Delhi, India Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Delhi, India. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: February, March, October, November, December
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 30°C / 19°C
Feels Like 32°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 66 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
38°C
May
Avg Low24°C
Rain6days
Coldest Month
8°C
January
Avg High19°C
Rain4days
Driest Month
1days
November
Avg High27°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
May (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:24
Daylight 14h
Sunset 19:21
Live conditions—
Delhi on the map · live conditions
Delhi, India
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- India
- City
- Delhi
- Population
- 11M
- Coordinates
- 28.65°, 77.23°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 4 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 19°C / 8°C . Feb: 24°C / 10°C . Mar: 29°C / 15°C . Apr: 36°C / 21°C . May: 38°C / 24°C . Jun: 38°C / 27°C . Jul: 33°C / 27°C . Aug: 32°C / 26°C . Sep: 32°C / 24°C . Oct: 31°C / 19°C . Nov: 27°C / 14°C . Dec: 22°C / 9°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 39 mm. Feb: 29 mm. Mar: 31 mm. Apr: 10 mm. May: 32 mm. Jun: 72 mm. Jul: 229 mm. Aug: 162 mm. Sep: 138 mm. Oct: 31 mm. Nov: 6 mm. Dec: 8 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 67%. Mar: 56%. Apr: 36%. May: 42%. Jun: 54%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 81%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 65%. Nov: 64%. Dec: 70%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 17 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 12 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 14 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | May 2025 · 37°C | May · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 8°C | Jan · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 268 mm | Jul · 229 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 17 km/h | May · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Fair June
Poor July
Wet August
Wet September
Poor October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 8°C | 18°C / 6°C | 4days (39 mm) Good | 9.1h Good | 76% Humid | 3.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February best | 24°C / 10°C | 23°C / 9°C | 3days (29 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 67% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 29°C / 15°C | 30°C / 14°C | 4days (31 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 36°C / 21°C | 36°C / 20°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 36% Comfortable | 7 High | Good | View Details |
| May | 38°C / 24°C | 40°C / 25°C | 6days (32 mm) Good | 12.1h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 38°C / 27°C | 42°C / 30°C | 10days (72 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 27°C | 39°C / 32°C | 22days (229 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 79% Humid | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 26°C | 38°C / 31°C | 19days (162 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 81% Humid | 6.5 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 12days (138 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 78% Humid | 6.1 High | Poor | View Details |
| October best | 31°C / 19°C | 33°C / 21°C | 2days (31 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 27°C / 14°C | 26°C / 13°C | 1days (6 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 64% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 22°C / 9°C | 20°C / 7°C | 1days (8 mm) Excellent | 9h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.6 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Delhi are February, March, October, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Delhi, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Delhi is May, with average daytime highs of 38°C (101°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Delhi is January, with average overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Delhi is July, averaging 229mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Delhi runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Delhi.
Delhi receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Delhi.
The least favorable months to visit Delhi are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, March, October, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Delhi is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Delhi is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Delhi are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Delhi averages 14 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 33%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Delhi is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Delhi has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Delhi ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 32°C (90°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Delhi, with a climate score of 2.7/10. Consider visiting during February, March, October, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Delhi, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 38°C (100°F) and 10 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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