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Delhi in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Delhi in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Delhi, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Delhi in May 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Delhi in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +39°C and approximately 17 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 2 rainy days and 11 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+39°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+46°C
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
38%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
17 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Delhi has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Delhi in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Delhi for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +44°C during the day to a minimum of +19°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +36°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 16% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +31°C.

Is Delhi warm or cold in May?

Delhi is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +36°C to +39°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +22°C to +26°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

May is one of the warmest months in Delhi, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Delhi in May

Delhi weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+36°C+39°C+39°C
Min. temperature
+13°C+17°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+44°C+46°C+47°C
Rainfall
6 mm11 mm28 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
36%38%50%
Air pressure
1006 HPa1001 HPa998 HPa
Sunny days
191712
Cloudy days
668
Rainy days
225
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +36°C to +39°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 6 mm to 11 mm. Humidity rises from 36% to 38%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 19 sunny days in April to 17 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Delhi in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Delhi is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Delhi based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 40 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Delhi wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Delhi?

This is the weather in Delhi in May 2023:
1 May
🌫️
+27°C
2 May
🌫️
+27°C
3 May
🌫️
+27°C
4 May
🌫️
+32°C
5 May
🌫️
+34°C
6 May
🌫️
+36°C
7 May
🌫️
+37°C
8 May
🌫️
+37°C
9 May
☀️
+37°C
10 May
☀️
+36°C
11 May
🌫️
+39°C
12 May
🌫️
+41°C
13 May
🌫️
+41°C
14 May
🌫️
+40°C
15 May
🌫️
+41°C
16 May
🌫️
+40°C
17 May
🌫️
+41°C
18 May
🌫️
+36°C
19 May
🌫️
+38°C
20 May
🌫️
+40°C
21 May
🌫️
+43°C
22 May
🌫️
+43°C
23 May
🌫️
+44°C
24 May
🌫️
+36°C
25 May
🌫️
+36°C
26 May
🌫️
+34°C
27 May
🌫️
+33°C
28 May
🌫️
+35°C
29 May
🌫️
+33°C
30 May
🌫️
+34°C
31 May
🌫️
+31°C
In May 2023 Delhi had 2 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +36°C, with an absolute maximum of +44°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 20%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Delhi climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Delhi in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1997 (+29°C) and the highest in 1987 (+32°C). The driest year was 2014 with only 56 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 879 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Delhi in May:

Is May a good time to visit Delhi?

May is a really good time to go to Delhi. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Delhi.

Can you sunbathe in Delhi in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Delhi. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Delhi rainy in May?

Delhi is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Delhi in May?

The amount of sunny days in Delhi during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in India

Check out the weather for other cities in India.

Monthly weather in Delhi

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Delhi, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.