What’s the climate like in New Delhi?
The current climate of New Delhi features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 42°C during the day to lows of 25°C. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 12°C and in the warmer months around 27°C.
The highest temperature recorded in New Delhi in recent years was 50°C in June 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 9°C in December 2019.
On average, New Delhi receives 1243 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in New Delhi runs from June to November.
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Best time to visit New Delhi?
The best time to visit New Delhi for sunny weather is January through March and October through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit New Delhi. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of New Delhi
The climate table of New Delhi shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 25 | 34 | 41 | 42 | 38 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 27 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 14 | 12 | 20 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 17 | 13 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 11 | 18 | 40 | 20 | 19 | 166 | 403 | 296 | 207 | 50 | 4,4 | 8,1 |
| UV Index | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 42°C in May
- Lowest temperature: 25°C in February
- Precipitation: 1243 mm per year, averaging 104 mm per month
- Driest months: 4,4 mm in November, 8,1 mm in December and 11 mm in January
- Wettest months: 403 mm in July, 296 mm in August and 207 mm in September
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Average Temperature per Month in New Delhi
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in New Delhi, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in New Delhi
This graph shows how much precipitation New Delhi, India, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in New Delhi
This graph shows the average UV index per month in New Delhi, India. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in New Delhi
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in New Delhi, India. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in New Delhi
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in New Delhi, India, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in New Delhi
The weather in New Delhi is rated an average of 3,1 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to New Delhi? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The temperature was high, making it uncomfortable at times during the day. There was little rain, which was pleasant. Nights were more pleasant, but still hot.— This text is automatically translated to English
The warm temperatures may be too high for some, although the nights were slightly cooler. Expect wet and sunny conditions throughout the day.— This text is automatically translated to English
At night, it was cooler, so a light jacket was sometimes needed. Sometimes there was smog.— This text is automatically translated to English
It is around 30 degrees during the day, but cools down pleasantly at night. There is little rain, which is ideal for travellers who want to stay dry. Make sure you have plenty of water and sunscreen!— This text is automatically translated to English
Regular monsoon rains created harsh tropical conditions. Air conditioning was required. Not ideal for summer holidays.— This text is automatically translated to English
Unpredictable rain showers sometimes disrupted plans. But between them it was comfortable and warm, ideal for relaxing. High humidity sometimes caused discomfort.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was mild, not too hot and not too cold. It was sunny, there was almost no rain. It was ideal for an active holiday, but the smog was disappointing.— This text is automatically translated to English
December in New Delhi was a mix of light fog and bright sunshine. The pleasant coolness of the morning gave way to a pleasantly warm day. The evenings quickly turned cool again. Air pollution was negative.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was virtually no cooling. This was often unbearable for someone not used to such temperatures.— This text is automatically translated to English
Most days the sun shone, although there were some cloudy days with some rain. An ideal option for a holiday without the sweltering heat!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in New Delhi by Month
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