Delhi Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Delhi. The annual average is 31°C high / 18°C low — hottest in May (Extreme Heat) (40°C) and coldest in January (Deep Winter, Smog) (7°C).
Delhi Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Delhi's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 31° / 18°
- Best time to visit
- March (Best), October (Best), February
- Hottest month
- May (Extreme Heat) (40°C)
- Coldest month
- January (Deep Winter, Smog) (7°C)
- Wettest month
- July (Peak Monsoon) (200mm)
- Driest month
- November (5mm)
As of 2026, Delhi's weather averages 31°C high / 18°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is March (Best), October (Best), February. The hottest month is May (Extreme Heat) (40°C), the coldest is January (Deep Winter, Smog) (7°C), and the wettest is July (Peak Monsoon) (200mm).
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Delhi Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Deep Winter, Smog) | 19° / 7° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| February | 23° / 10° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| March (Best) | 29° / 14° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| April (Heat Begins) | 36° / 19° | 15mm | 2 | Busy | Details → |
| May (Extreme Heat) | 40° / 25° | 25mm | 3 | Quiet | Details → |
| June (Extreme Heat + Monsoon Begins) | 39° / 27° | 75mm | 6 | Quiet | Details → |
| July (Peak Monsoon) | 35° / 27° | 200mm | 14 | Quiet | Details → |
| August (Monsoon) | 34° / 26° | 200mm | 13 | Quiet | Details → |
| September (Late Monsoon) | 34° / 24° | 130mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| October (Best) | 32° / 18° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| November | 28° / 12° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| December (Deep Winter, Heavy Smog) | 21° / 8° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Delhi by Season
The heat begins.
Monsoon + heat.
Early autumn.
The tail of winter.
Delhi Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Delhi? +
For weather, March (Best), October (Best), February are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 29°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Delhi? +
The hottest month is May (Extreme Heat) with an average high of 40°C, and the coldest is January (Deep Winter, Smog) with an average low of 7°C. The annual average is 31°C high / 18°C low.
When does it rain most in Delhi? +
The wettest month is July (Peak Monsoon) (200mm over about 14 rainy days) and the driest is November (5mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 755mm.
What should I pack for Delhi? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 35/19°C — The heat begins. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 36/27°C — Monsoon + heat. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 31/18°C — Early autumn. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 21/8°C — The tail of winter.
What is the weather in Delhi this month (June (Extreme Heat + Monsoon Begins))? +
June (Extreme Heat + Monsoon Begins) averages 39°C high / 27°C low with 75mm rainfall over about 6 rainy days. Crowds are quiet and prices are low.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.