Delhi Weather in March

March: warm spring days

March feels like a quick shift from pleasant spring weather to summer heat. Afternoons can reach 33°C, while evenings are much cooler. With plenty of sunshine and little rain, you can explore Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar and the gardens around Lodhi Road comfortably earlier in the day.

By afternoon, sightseeing in open places can feel tiring. Save indoor stops, such as the National Museum, for the warmer hours. April gets hotter, so March is a useful middle ground if you've missed Delhi's cooler winter.

Holi and local crowds

Holi, the festival of colours, sometimes falls in March. Dates change each year, and celebrations can bring crowds and coloured powder to streets and gathering spots. Ask your hotel about local events before heading out.

If you hate crowds, avoid busy Holi gatherings and explore quieter corners of Lodhi Garden instead. March is generally less popular than November to February, Delhi's best-known high season, so visitor numbers and hotel rates may ease. But Holi can make particular areas busier.

Make the most of your day

Travelling with kids? Keep outdoor sightseeing to the morning, when the air feels more comfortable, and leave the hottest part of the day for a relaxed lunch. Delhi's March afternoons can feel much warmer than the mild evenings.

For a practical route, take the Metro to JLN Stadium for Humayun's Tomb, then use a short auto-rickshaw ride to reach the entrance. The tomb grounds are open and sunny, so you'll enjoy them more before the afternoon heat builds. Try a plate of chaat in nearby Nizamuddin, but expect extra foot traffic around Holi.