What June feels like in Delhi
In Delhi, June brings early summer. The heat peaks hard in the afternoon, when being outside for long is draining. Nights bring little relief: even the coolest hour of the night stays very warm. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.
Rain in Delhi in June
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 4. Each rainy day adds about 7 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Delhi's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8.3 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in June
On 15 June the sun rises at about 5:23 am and sets around 7:20 pm local time, giving 13 h 58 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 24 min more daylight than in mid-May. The sun is out for roughly 82% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How June compares to the rest of the year
June is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Delhi. Against May, the average high is 0.6°C (1.1°F) lower, with 33 mm more rain. July is cooler again. By July, typical highs are 33.8°C (92.8°F).
Who June suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Delhi in June
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Delhi in June?
Expect around 38.4°C (101.1°F) in the afternoon and 27.8°C (82°F) at night, which most visitors would call very hot.
Does it rain a lot in Delhi in June?
Quite a lot — 56 mm spread over about 8 days.
What should I wear in Delhi in June?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is June or July better for visiting Delhi?
June, narrowly: it ranks #10 of 12 among Delhi's months, against #12 for the other. July is cooler and has more rainy days.