When to Go to Delhi

"When to go to Delhi?" is a question that often plagues international tourists. The weather of Delhi is fairly straightforward and hence the tourist season is easily discernable. Delhi is an inland city and hence the temperature variations are sharp. Summer is unbearably hot and the scorching sun beats down. Temperatures soar to a high of about 111°F or 43°C. Hot dry winds dry from the desert to the west and the heart craves for the monsoon. The sweltering summer lasts from April to June. Summer is best avoided if you are planning to New Delhi.

July heralds the monsoon thunderstorms. Delhi experiences monsoons from July to September. July and August see an average precipitation of about 7.9 inches per month. This too is not very conducive to sightseeing as excessive rainfall may disrupt mobile services and transportation.

October and November in Delhi are extremely pleasant. Autumn is truly beautiful with a hint of chill. Tourists find the city absolutely delightful at this time of the year. The autumn blooms adorn the city while people are often seen sipping steaming cups of flavored milk in the quaint stalls that line the bazaars of the street. A number of fresh and colorful vegetables and fruits are available and the food connoisseurs have a heyday.

Winter months, December to February tend to get extremely cold. Temperatures dip as low as 45°F to 73°F or about 7°C to 23°C. Tourists avoid the winter season as well as the nights could get extremely cold. However it is undeniable that tourists from colder regions prefer to spend Christmas and New Year in the city. These occasions are celebrated with gusto with many celebrations, festivities and parties.

Spring is again a peak tourist season in Delhi. February, March and April are the months when vivid blossoms deck up Delhi and the native celebrate many colorful festivals such as Holi. When to Go To Delhi is a matter of personal choice. However Spring and Autumn are the seasons chosen by most tourists.