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New Delhi weather in March

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

New Delhi

March in New Delhi: changeable weather. Roughly 11h 49m of daylight, with light from about 05:57 to 17:46. March isn't peak season in New Delhi. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

New Delhi in March

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight11.8 h
Sun05:57–17:46
Seasonshoulder
What to do

New Delhi in March — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

This month: Holi (the March full moon) — the festival of colours. The north is still pleasant; the south is heating up.

Holi — the festival of colour, usually mid-March, across the north.

The New Delhi guide · Public holidays in India

Questions & answers

New Delhi in March — FAQ

Does it snow in New Delhi in March?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in New Delhi in March?
About 11h 49m of daylight. The sun rises around 05:57 and sets around 17:46. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is March a good time to visit New Delhi?
March isn't peak season in New Delhi. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation