December · India
Best time to visit Delhi in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Delhi in December
Average temperature 15°C, 11 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.6/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 11 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Delhi scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 15°C, 11 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mughal forts, bazaar lanes, and garden tombs feel finest in cooler January-March days.
December ranks 4th of 12 for Delhi — one of the best windows
December averages 15°C (59°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rain is a non-issue at 11 mm for the month, with about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Delhi (4th of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.3/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Delhi in December?
- In December, Delhi averages 15°C, 11 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Delhi?
- December earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Delhi in December?
- Expect about 11 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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