The short answer
When to go to Delhi
November through March is the best window, with February and March offering the most pleasant balance of warmth and clear skies before the heat sets in; November is dry and comfortable too. December and January are cool and sometimes foggy, which can delay flights and dull views but is otherwise manageable. April to June turns scorching, and July to August brings heavy, humid monsoon rain — both are best avoided by older travellers, who should plan one major sight per morning and rest indoors through the afternoon regardless of season.
Month by month
Delhi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 8°C | 19 mm | Cool, dry, sometimes foggy mornings | |
| February | 24°C | 11°C | 21 mm | Pleasant and clear | |
| March | 30°C | 16°C | 17 mm | Warm days, cool evenings, good for sightseeing | |
| April | 37°C | 21°C | 16 mm | Getting hot | |
| May | 40°C | 26°C | 31 mm | Scorching heat | |
| June | 39°C | 28°C | 74 mm | Hot, humidity building ahead of monsoon | |
| July | 36°C | 28°C | 210 mm | Humid monsoon rain | |
| August | 34°C | 27°C | 233 mm | Heaviest monsoon rainfall | |
| September | 34°C | 25°C | 124 mm | Monsoon retreating, still humid | |
| October | 33°C | 20°C | 15 mm | Dry, warm days, cooler nights | |
| November | 28°C | 13°C | 6 mm | Dry and comfortable | |
| December | 23°C | 8°C | 8 mm | Cold, dry, often foggy |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Delhi seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, March and November
- February: Pleasant and clear
- March: Warm days, cool evenings, good for sightseeing
- November: Dry and comfortable
Good, with small trade-offs: January, October and December
- January: Cool, dry, sometimes foggy mornings
- October: Dry, warm days, cooler nights
- December: Cold, dry, often foggy
Possible, with planning: April and September
- April: Getting hot
- September: Monsoon retreating, still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July and August
- May: Scorching heat
- June: Hot, humidity building ahead of monsoon
- July: Humid monsoon rain
- August: Heaviest monsoon rainfall
Useful answers
Best time to visit Delhi: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Delhi?
February, March and November are the best months to visit Delhi, with January, October and December also good. November through March is the best window, with February and March offering the most pleasant balance of warmth and clear skies before the heat sets in; November is dry and comfortable too. December and January are cool and sometimes foggy, which can delay flights and dull views but is otherwise manageable. April to June turns scorching, and July to August brings heavy, humid monsoon rain — both are best avoided by older travellers, who should plan one major sight per morning and rest indoors through the afternoon regardless of season.
Which months should I avoid in Delhi with elderly parents?
May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Scorching heat Hot, humidity building ahead of monsoon
When does it rain most in Delhi?
August is the wettest month, with about 233 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 40°C.