What August feels like in Delhi
Late summer arrives in Delhi with August. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. Evenings ease the heat only slightly, and nights remain very warm. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Delhi in August
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. Each rainy day adds about 8.8 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.3 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
In mid-August, sunrise is at about 5:50 am and sunset at about 7:03 pm (local time) — 13 h 12 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 37 min less daylight than mid-July. The sun is out for roughly 67% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, August comes out as the 6th warmest month in Delhi. Afternoons run 1.2°C (2.2°F) cooler than in July, with 23 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into September. September averages a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Delhi in August
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Delhi in August?
Expect around 32.6°C (90.7°F) in the afternoon and 26.2°C (79.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Delhi in August?
It does: about 19 rainy days bring roughly 168 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Delhi in August?
The numbers point to rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Delhi?
On our 12-month climate ranking, September comes out ahead (#9 of 12 vs #11). September has fewer rainy days.