Climate in Delhi — Annual Weather Overview
Delhi has a subtropical climate — hot summers, mild winters, rainfall spread throughout the year. The hottest month is June (average high 37.8°C) and the coolest is January (18.2°C). The seasons are strongly defined — a 19.6°C swing between June highs and January lows. Annual rainfall totals around 726mm. July is the wettest month at 238.7mm, while December averages just 4.1mm. Average daily sunshine is 10.0 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 34.4°C, 100mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 35.1°C, 406mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 30.4°C, 150mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 21.1°C, 71mm rain.
Delhi — Monthly Temperatures
Delhi — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Delhi stays reasonable all year.
Delhi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.2°C | 7.8°C | 53.2mm | 8.5h | 6 | 10/10 |
| February | 23.8°C | 11.0°C | 13.8mm | 9.8h | 2 | 10/10 |
| March | 29.8°C | 16.6°C | 37.1mm | 10.8h | 3 | 10/10 |
| April | 36.1°C | 21.4°C | 4.2mm | 11.3h | 2 | 8/10 |
| May | 37.4°C | 24.6°C | 58.5mm | 10.4h | 5 | 8/10 |
| June | 37.8°C | 27.2°C | 51.2mm | 10.5h | 8 | 8/10 |
| July | 34.1°C | 26.9°C | 238.7mm | 9.2h | 22 | 8/10 |
| August | 33.4°C | 26.5°C | 115.8mm | 9.7h | 14 | 9/10 |
| September | 33.3°C | 25.4°C | 111.4mm | 10.1h | 12 | 9/10 |
| October | 31.5°C | 19.6°C | 29.8mm | 10.4h | 2 | 10/10 |
| November | 26.4°C | 13.8°C | 8.6mm | 9.6h | 2 | 10/10 |
| December | 21.4°C | 9.2°C | 4.1mm | 9.2h | 1 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Delhi and the Delhi rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Delhi have?
Delhi has a subtropical climate — hot summers, mild winters, rainfall spread throughout the year. Average highs range from 18.2°C in January to 37.8°C in June.
What is the hottest month in Delhi?
June is the hottest month in Delhi, with average highs of 37.8°C and lows of 27.2°C.
What is the coldest month in Delhi?
January is the coolest month, with average highs of 18.2°C and lows of 7.8°C.
What is the wettest month in Delhi?
July is the wettest month, averaging 238.7mm of rainfall over around 22 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Delhi?
Rainy season in Delhi runs July to September, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Delhi get per year?
Delhi receives around 726mm of rain per year. The driest month is December (4.1mm).
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
The best time to visit Delhi is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.