Best Time to Visit New Delhi, Delhi, India
New Delhi is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit New Delhi for sunny, dry weather is October–May — 8 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in January to 33.5°C / 92.3°F in June, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (November) to 232 mm / 9.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at New Delhi, Delhi, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. New Delhi's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.2°C57.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.1°C62.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.5°C72.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 28.6°C83.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 32.8°C91°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 25.8°C78.4°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 20.2°C68.4°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.5°C59.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit New Delhi?
The best time to visit New Delhi for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 33.5°C / 92.3°F, and the driest is November with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at New Delhi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in New Delhi?
The rainy season at New Delhi, Delhi runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 20 mm / 0.8 in. The wettest single month is August (232 mm / 9.1 in).
What is the driest month in New Delhi?
The driest month in New Delhi is November, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.2°C / 68.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting New Delhi?
The least comfortable months for travel to New Delhi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 232 mm / 9.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
Is New Delhi climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our New Delhi figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our India figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects New Delhi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.