Delhi NCR Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Delhi NCR, India in May.

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New Delhi Gurugram Noida Ghaziabad

Planning a journey to Delhi NCR, India this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Delhi NCR in May

Delhi NCR, India is a region in India. May in Delhi NCR generally has very hot temperatures, with low precipitation. The month of May is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 41°C (106°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in New Delhi. In Delhi NCR, India, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Delhi NCR, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 21 mm (0.8 in) in New Delhi.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, New Delhi gets approximately 286 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Delhi NCR in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Delhi NCR.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Delhi NCR

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Delhi NCR, India?

Temperature range in Delhi NCR (May)

Precipitation variation in Delhi NCR (May)

New Delhi

In May New Delhi generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in New Delhi →

Gurugram

In May Gurugram generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Gurugram →

Noida

In May Noida generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Noida →

Ghaziabad

In May Ghaziabad generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ghaziabad →

Greater Noida

In May Greater Noida generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Greater Noida →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Delhi NCR, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Delhi NCR in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New Delhi 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Gurugram 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Noida 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Ghaziabad 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Greater Noida 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Faridabad 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)

Delhi NCR weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Delhi NCR, India in May?

In May, Delhi NCR, India generally has poor weather conditions. New Delhi sees daytime temperatures near 41°C (106°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Delhi NCR, India in May?

Daytime temperatures in New Delhi peak at roughly 41°C (106°F) in May, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does Delhi NCR, India get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Delhi NCR, India. New Delhi averages only about 21 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Delhi NCR, India?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Delhi NCR, India due to the typically unpleasant weather in New Delhi.

On average, the best time to visit Delhi NCR, India is in January, February, November and December with generally perfect weather in New Delhi. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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