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January in New Delhi brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit New Delhi.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in New Delhi typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 21°C (70°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for New Delhi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in New Delhi from 1976 through 2025.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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