Delhi, IndiaQuick decision
When to visit Delhi?
🌞 Best time overall
November
🌡️ Optimal temperature
57°F–81°F in November
🌧 Least rain
4% rainy days in November
🌧 Wettest month
July (73%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Mughal FortsOctober–March — Red Fort, Qutb Minar and Humayun's Tomb.
Street FoodOctober–March — Chandni Chowk, paratha, chaat and tandoori.
Shopping & BazaarsYear-round — Connaught Place, Dilli Haat and Khan markets.
SpiritualityYear-round — temples, mosques, gurdwaras and Lotus Temple.
Monthly climate data
Delhi weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 46°F | 66°F | 12% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 52°F | 75°F | 11% | 0.0in | 10.1h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ March | 61°F | 86°F | 12% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.6/10 |
| 🥵 April | 72°F | 99°F | 9% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 May | 79°F | 102°F | 17% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 82°F | 100°F | 31% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 6.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 79°F | 93°F | 73% | 0.3in | 10.1h | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 79°F | 90°F | 66% | 0.2in | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 77°F | 90°F | 39% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ☀️ October | 68°F | 90°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ November | 57°F | 81°F | 4% | 0.0in | 9.8h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 50°F | 72°F | 4% | 0.0in | 9.6h | 8.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 35°F, 13% rainy days, 11.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 35°F, 57% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 6.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 17% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 22°F, 9% rainy days, 9.9h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
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Tip : April, May offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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November is ideal with 4% rainy days and 27°F.
July is the wettest month with 73% rainy days.
Yes, November is the best month with an average of 27°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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