December 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 December

In December, Delhi is in the full grasp of winter, with the city often enveloped in dense fog. The reduced visibility is a signature feature of Delhi winters, lending the city a mysterious allure. Although the sun attempts to penetrate the fog cover, the days remain predominantly cold. Bonfires become a common sight, with people huddled around to ward off the cold. Despite the chill, Delhi remains lively, adorned in colorful lights to celebrate the holiday season.

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from 28.6°C (83.5°F) in November to a still moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F). New Delhi's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a cool 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Humidity

In New Delhi, the average relative humidity in December is 39%.

Rainfall

In December, in New Delhi, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In New Delhi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 305mm (12.01") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, in New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

In New Delhi, the average sunshine in December is 7.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in New Delhi?

In December, in New Delhi, the average high-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.5°C (54.5°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 44°C (111.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in New Delhi?

The average relative humidity in December is 39%.

How much does it rain in New Delhi in December?

In New Delhi, in December, during 1.4 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Delhi?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

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

In New Delhi, the average day length in December is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Delhi?

On the first day of December in New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:34 pm IST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in New Delhi, India, is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Delhi?

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index in New Delhi, India.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Delhi, India, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
New Delhi, India

Average temperature in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°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 December: 12.5°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 December
New Delhi, India

Average pressure in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.1mbar

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average wind speed in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/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 December
New Delhi, India

Average humidity in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average humidity in December: 39%

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average rainfall in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average rainfall in December: 5mm

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average rainfall days in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 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 December /
Average sunshine in December
New Delhi, India

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

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 December: 7h and 4min

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average sunshine days in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average sunshine days in December: 29.5 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 December
New Delhi, India

Average UV index in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average cloud cover in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average cloud cover in December: 7

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 December
New Delhi, India

Average visibility in December - New Delhi, India
  • Average visibility in December: 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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