10 Questions
What climate type does Delhi feature?
Humid subtropical climate
What is unique about Delhi's humid subtropical climate?
It features dust storms and wildfire haze
When does summer start in Delhi?
Early April
What is the average temperature during the monsoon season?
Around 29 °C (84 °F)
When does the post-monsoon season end?
Late October
What is Delhi notorious for during the winter season?
Heavy fog and haze
When does winter end in Delhi?
First week of March
What is the range of extreme temperatures in Delhi?
−2.2 to 49.9 °C (28.0 to 121.8 °F)
What causes lower apparent temperature in Delhi during winter?
Proximity to the Himalayas
What happens to visibility in December due to fog?
It reduces
Study Notes
Delhi's Climate
- Delhi has a dry winter humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cwa) bordering a hot semi-arid climate (Köppen BSh)
- The climate is marked by high variation between summer and winter temperatures and precipitation
Summer
- Starts in early April and peaks in late May or early June
- Average temperatures near 38 °C (100 °F)
- Occasional heat waves can result in highs close to 45 °C (113 °F)
- Higher apparent temperature due to heat waves
Monsoon
- Starts in late June and lasts until mid-September
- Average rainfall of 797.3 mm (31.39 inches)
- Average temperatures around 29 °C (84 °F)
- Temperatures can vary from 25 °C (77 °F) on rainy days to 35–40 °C (95–104 °F) during dry spells
Post-Monsoon Season
- Lasts from late September to late October
- Average temperatures slide from 29 to 21 °C (84 to 70 °F)
Winter
- Starts in November and peaks in January
- Average temperatures around 14 °C (57 °F)
- Daytime temperatures are warm, but cold waves lead to lower apparent temperature due to wind chill
- Delhi is notorious for its heavy fog and haze during the winter season
- Reduced visibility in December disrupts road, air, and rail traffic
Extreme Temperatures
- Ranged from −2.2 to 49.9 °C (28.0 to 121.8 °F)
This quiz covers the climate of Delhi, including its dry winter humid subtropical climate and hot semi-arid climate. It also explores the summer and monsoon seasons in Delhi.
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