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New Delhi weather in May (Delhi NCR, India)

What's the typical weather in New Delhi for May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in New Delhi generally includes extremely high temperatures and low rainfall. During May, the summer season is in full swing. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 41°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 27°C. As the year's hottest month, it's essential to have your summer gear ready. Keep cool with light clothing and enjoy the warmth.

Precipitation

New Delhi in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. Expect around 2 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 286 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Delhi climate page with graphs.

 

New Delhi, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 41°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 26%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 286 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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