Monthly climate guide
Delhi weather in May
With highs near 42°C (108°F) and lows around 27°C (81°F), May feels very hot in Delhi. Rainfall averages about 23 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- It's one of the drier months, with about 58% less rain than Delhi's average.
- Even after dark it stays around 27°C, so sleeping can feel warm.
- May brings late spring to Delhi.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 15°C, so pack a layer.
May is typically Delhi's warmest month.
Avg high
42°C
108°F
Avg low
27°C
81°F
Rainfall
23 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
23%
relative
Sky
41%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Delhi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 71°F | 6°C / 44°F | 19 mm | 46% | 36% |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 10°C / 49°F | 20 mm | 42% | 34% |
| March | 32°C / 89°F | 15°C / 59°F | 24 mm | 36% | 32% |
| April | 38°C / 101°F | 22°C / 71°F | 15 mm | 28% | 37% |
| May | 42°C / 108°F | 27°C / 81°F | 23 mm | 23% | 41% |
| June | 42°C / 108°F | 30°C / 86°F | 65 mm | 36% | 58% |
| July | 37°C / 99°F | 28°C / 82°F | 193 mm | 61% | 80% |
| August | 34°C / 94°F | 26°C / 79°F | 191 mm | 73% | 74% |
| September | 34°C / 93°F | 23°C / 74°F | 86 mm | 66% | 37% |
| October | 33°C / 92°F | 19°C / 67°F | 10 mm | 46% | 16% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 56°F | 3 mm | 40% | 20% |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 8°C / 47°F | 6 mm | 39% | 27% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is May a good time to visit Delhi?
Our Delhi guide recommends: October to March, avoiding the extreme heat of summer and the monsoon rains.
Winter mornings (December–January) can bring heavy fog affecting flights — build a buffer into travel plans during those months.
Best time to visit Delhi →Other India cities in May
Cite or embed this data
Writing about this destination? Copy a ready-made citation or embed a live widget — free, just keep the link.
Delhi weather in May. WeatherCompare, 2026 (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020 monthly averages). https://weathercompare.eu/weather/india/delhi/may
<a href="https://weathercompare.eu/weather/india/delhi/may">Delhi weather in May</a> (WeatherCompare)
<iframe src="https://weathercompare.eu/embed/india/delhi" width="300" height="160" style="border:0;border-radius:12px" loading="lazy" title="Delhi weather in May"></iframe> <p style="font-size:12px"><a href="https://weathercompare.eu/weather/india/delhi/may">Delhi weather in May</a> – WeatherCompare</p>
Delhi in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Delhi?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Delhi are around 42°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Delhi in May?
Average highs are about 42°C (108°F) and average lows about 27°C (81°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Delhi in May?
Delhi typically gets around 23 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
October to March, avoiding the extreme heat of summer and the monsoon rains.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Delhi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.