Delhi's Climate

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.