Weather in April in India
Considering a trip to India this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in India in April?
India offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In April, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. During April, summer is in full swing.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Losar at -7°C to very warm in Bori at 42°C. At night it cools down to 27°C in Bori and -20°C in Losar. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Somnāth with an average of 0.3 mm to heavy rainfall in Lachen with 498 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, New Delhi enjoys approximately 280 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For specific regional insights in India for April, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our India climate page.
Where to go in India in April
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in India?
New Delhi
In April New Delhi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Bangalore
In April Bangalore generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Jaipur
In April Jaipur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Chennai
In April Chennai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Mumbai
In April Mumbai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in India.
Is April the best time to visit India?
In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to India with often unpleasant weather in New Delhi.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in New Delhi. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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