April weather forecast
New Delhi, India

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The tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, in New Delhi, India
The tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, in New Delhi, India

Weather in April

April signifies the transition from spring to the hot, arid summer season. The city begins to feel the heat, as the comforting coolness of spring makes way for soaring temperatures. Weather turns markedly hot during the day, although evenings still retain traces of comfort. Despite the heat, the city sparkles under brilliant sunshine, adding a flash of brilliance to the architectural splendors of Delhi. Even the wind delivers hot puffs, preparing Delhiites for the imminent heatwave.

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a hot 31.3°C in March to a sweltering 38.2°C. In New Delhi, the April nights descend to a significantly cooler average of 24.5°C compared to daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 21%.

Rainfall

In New Delhi, in April, during 5 rainfall days, 15mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Delhi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 305mm of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of April in New Delhi, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:55 pm IST.

Sunshine

In New Delhi, the average sunshine in April is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in New Delhi are April through June, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 9 in April translates into these instructions:
Be sure to take precautions. Without protection, skin might suffer damage quickly. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Even if it's cloudy, generously apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with no less than a 30 sun protection factor after each swim or outdoor exercise.
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FAQ

How hot does it get in New Delhi in April?

In New Delhi, 38.2°C is the average high-temperature and 24.5°C is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April in New Delhi?

In April, the average relative humidity in New Delhi, India, is 21%.

How much does it rain in New Delhi in April?

In New Delhi, India, during April, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does New Delhi have in April?

In New Delhi, the average day length in April is 12h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in New Delhi?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:55 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Delhi have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in New Delhi, India, is 11.1h.

When is the highest UV index in New Delhi?

April through June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in April in New Delhi?

In New Delhi, India, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
New Delhi, India

Average temperature in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average high temperature in April: 38.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

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Average pressure in April
New Delhi, India

Average pressure in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average pressure in April: 1005.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (996.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
New Delhi, India

Average wind speed in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average wind speed in April: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in April
New Delhi, India

Average humidity in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average humidity in April: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (18%).

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Average rainfall in April
New Delhi, India

Average rainfall in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average rainfall in April: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
New Delhi, India

Average rainfall days in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average rainfall days in April: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
New Delhi, India

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
New Delhi, India

Average sunshine days in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average sunshine days in April: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
New Delhi, India

Average UV index in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average UV index in April: 9

The months with the highest UV index are April, May and June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in April
New Delhi, India

Average cloud cover in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average cloud cover in April: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in April
New Delhi, India

Average visibility in April - New Delhi, India
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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