Delhi · Month comparison
July vs October
October ranks #1 overall vs July at #10. Delhi's golden month — Dussehra and Diwali make October the greatest festival window in the world
July
#10 of 12 months
Worth considering
Monsoon cools the air but floods the streets — bearable with adjusted expectations and waterproof shoes
- ↑Dramatic temperature relief from June's extreme heat — rains bring 30–35°C and lush green
- ↑Humayun's Tomb and Lodhi Garden are beautifully green in the monsoon light
October
#1 of 12 months
Best match
Delhi's golden month — Dussehra and Diwali make October the greatest festival window in the world
- ↑Dussehra: giant burning Ravana effigies light up the night sky across the city
- ↑Diwali: every rooftop, street and temple blazes with diyas and fireworks
| Factor | July | October |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 4 | 8 |
| Value score | 7 | 5 |
| Crowd score | 3 | 7 |
| Events score | 3 | 9 |
| Atmosphere | 4 | 9 |
| Avg high temp | 35°C | 32°C |
| Monthly rain | 196mm | 19mm |
| Daily sunshine | 5.5hrs | 9.5hrs |
July trade-offs
- ↓Heavy rain and flooding make waterlogged streets and transport delays a daily reality
- ↓Humidity is intense — outdoor sightseeing leaves you drenched
October trade-offs
- ↓Festival dates drive hotel prices to annual high — book 3–4 months ahead
- ↓Post-Diwali air quality drops sharply as firework smoke combines with stubble burning
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