India Delhi Weather in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) — Climate Guide
December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) in Delhi is moderate
December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) is moderate for Delhi.
Deep winter — good for sightseeing, but a smog mask is a must.
Travel score
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) Weather Stats
Avg High
21°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
1
5mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
250 μg/m³
PM10
400 μg/m³
Status
hazardous
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
7°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)
December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Prime climate, 21/8°C
- New Year's Eve atmosphere
Cons
- Heavy smog, AQI 300-500
- Hotels priciest, NYE surge
December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) Events & Festivals
- Christmas
- New Year's Eve (Dec 31)
Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) — Full Picture
Deep winter — good for sightseeing, but a smog mask is a must.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Deep winter. A light puffer, scarf, and KF94/N95 mask.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
35°C
19.3°C
2.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
36°C
26.7°C
11/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31.3°C
18°C
4.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current21°C
8.3°C
2.3/mo
Delhi Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19° | 7° | 3d·25mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 23° | 10° | 3d·25mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak | |
| March (Best) (Best) | 29° | 14° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| 36° | 19° | 2d·15mm | 10h | 50% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 40° | 25° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 45% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 39° | 27° | 6d·75mm | 8h | 55% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 27° | 14d·200mm | 6h | 75% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 34° | 26° | 13d·200mm | 7h | 78% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 34° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) (Best) | 32° | 18° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 12° | 1d·5mm | 8h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 21° | 8° | 1d·5mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
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Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) a good time to visit Delhi?
Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) is moderate. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) averages 5mm of rainfall over about 1 rainy days.
What should I wear in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
Deep winter. A light puffer, scarf, and KF94/N95 mask.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) sunrise is 07:05 and sunset is 17:25, with 10h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) air quality (AQI) averages 350, rated Very poor. PM2.5 averages 250μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Delhi in December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog)?
In December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog), Delhi is great for Full sightseeing, Daulat ki Chaat, Taj Mahal.
Is December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) peak season in Delhi?
Delhi December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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