October 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in New Delhi. With minimal rain risk (7%) and pleasant highs of 32°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting New Delhi—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for New Delhi
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Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.578
New Delhi Weather Forecast for October 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 31.6°C. 7% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New Delhi in October
Based on historical data for October 18, New Delhi typically experiences temperatures between 19.3°C and 31.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (7% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for New Delhi
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
31.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
19.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
36.2°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
7%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
10%
Clear sky
Pressure
1011.2 hPa
Low volatility
New Delhi Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 32 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 48 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 80 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
22.9°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
36.2°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Early morning (6-9 AM) or evening (after 6 PM)
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in India
Flight Traffic
Moderate
53/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~371
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New Delhi
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:54
☀️ Noon
12:37
🌇 Sunset
18:20
⏱️ Daylight
11h 25m
Wind Speed
10.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
60%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in New Delhi
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Very unhealthy. Avoid outdoor activities. Wear N95 mask if you must go out.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, New Delhi on October 18 averages 31.6°C with a 7% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New Delhi Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 11
32.5°C • 3% rain
Score
100
October 12
32.4°C • 3% rain
Score
100
October 13
32.3°C • 4% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is New Delhi Worth Visiting on October 18?
Planning a trip to New Delhi on October 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 31.6°C with a 7% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 371 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for India, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 34.1°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 17.2°C in 2016.