Verdict: Fair month
Delhi Weather in May
May is seriously hot in Delhi — days average 38°C (100°F), so plan mornings out and afternoons in the shade or the water. Rain is occasional — about 4 wet days in a typical year. May is workable in Delhi if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
38°C / 100°F
Average low
25°C / 77°F
Rain days
~4
Precipitation
52 mm
What to pack for Delhi in May
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Delhi: May (38°C / 100°F) · Coolest: Jan (18°C / 64°F) · Wettest: Jul (~22 rain days)
18°
8°
Jan
24°
11°
Feb
30°
16°
Mar
36°
22°
Apr
38°
25°
May
38°
28°
Jun
34°
27°
Jul
33°
26°
Aug
33°
25°
Sep
32°
20°
Oct
27°
14°
Nov
21°
10°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)