Weather Comparison
Delhi vs Lahore
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Delhi vs Lahore
| Metric | Delhi | Lahore | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 22°C (72°F)▲ | 21°C (70°F) | Delhi |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 7°C (45°F) | Delhi |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 1 days▲ | 2 days | Delhi |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 7 mm▲ | 11 mm | Delhi |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 12 km/h | 10 km/h▲ | Lahore |
Which City is Better in December?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Delhi edges ahead as the better destination in December. Delhi offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Lahore sees 9 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.
Delhi sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Lahore is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Delhi is the stronger choice in December.
Temperature Comparison in December
Delhi reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 13°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Lahore averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 14°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Rainfall Comparison in December
Delhi receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Lahore sees 11 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Delhi the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
What to Pack: Delhi vs Lahore
Packing for Delhi in December
Highs of 22°C, lows of 9°C, 1 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
Packing for Lahore in December
Highs of 21°C, lows of 7°C, 2 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during December.
Year-Round Comparison: Delhi vs Lahore
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Delhi | Lahore | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 20°C | 3d | 18°C | 4d |
| Feb | 23°C | 4d | 21°C | 5d |
| Mar | 29°C | 3d | 27°C | 5d |
| Apr | 36°C | 3d | 34°C | 5d |
| May | 40°C | 5d | 39°C | 6d |
| Jun | 38°C | 9d | 39°C | 9d |
| Jul | 34°C | 19d | 35°C | 19d |
| Aug | 32°C | 19d | 33°C | 18d |
| Sep | 32°C | 10d | 33°C | 9d |
| Oct | 32°C | 2d | 31°C | 2d |
| Nov | 27°C | 1d | 26°C | 1d |
| Dec | 22°C | 1d | 21°C | 2d |
Delhi Weather in December
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