February · India
Best time to visit Red Fort in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Red Fort in February
Average temperature 17°C, 17 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Red Fort scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 17°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Red Fort is Shah Jahan's walled Mughal citadel in Old Delhi, its sandstone ramparts running along the Yamuna side of Chandni Chowk.
February in Red Fort tops the year's climate scores
February averages 17°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 17 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Red Fort at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
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. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Red Fort in February?
- In February, Red Fort averages 17°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Red Fort?
- February earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Red Fort in February?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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