Month guide · Delhi · India
Delhi in July
What July is really like in Delhi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 35°C (95°F), lows of 27°C (81°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 13.8 hours of daylight. Monsoon downpours and high humidity; parks are green but streets can flood.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 35°C (95°F) / 27°C (81°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in July
July is the 4th-warmest month in Delhi: days average 35°C (95°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 27°C (81°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with June (39°C (102°F)), July is cooler; by August highs stay near 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:33
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:21
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
Hot season (March–June). Warm and pleasant in March, then increasingly hot, with highs around 40 °C in May and June and dust storms.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Delhi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Park · Lutyens' Delhi
Lodhi Garden
Go at sunrise or late afternoon, then have coffee or lunch at nearby Khan Market or Lodhi Colony.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Couples
- History
- Kids
Religious site · Nizamuddin
Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah
The shrine of the 14th-century Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya is reached through a lane of flower sellers and kebab stalls.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- History
Religious site · East Delhi
Swaminarayan Akshardham
Phones, cameras and bags are not allowed inside, so leave them at your hotel or use the cloakroom, and allow time for security checks.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- Kids
- After dark
- Free
Architecture · Kalkaji
Lotus Temple
The Bahá'í House of Worship, completed in 1986, is shaped like a lotus flower of 27 white marble-clad petals surrounded by pools and gardens.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 35°C, lows near 27°C and 12 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Delhi?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, February–March and October are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Delhi?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Monsoon downpours and high humidity; parks are green but streets can flood.
+How warm is Delhi in July?
Average highs are around 35°C (95°F) and lows around 27°C (81°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Delhi in July?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.