Weather Comparison
Lahore vs Delhi
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Lahore vs Delhi
| Metric | Lahore | Delhi | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 21°C (70°F) | 22°C (72°F)▲ | Delhi |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 7°C (45°F) | 9°C (48°F)▲ | Delhi |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 2 days | 1 days▲ | Delhi |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 11 mm | 7 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 | 10 km/h▲ | 12 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.
Lahore sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Delhi is also comfortable at 22°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Delhi is the stronger choice in December.
Temperature Comparison in December
Lahore reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 14°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Delhi averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°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
Lahore receives approximately 11 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Delhi sees 7 mm over 1 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: Lahore vs Delhi
Packing for Lahore in December
Highs of 21°C, lows of 7°C, 2 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
Packing for Delhi in December
Highs of 22°C, lows of 9°C, 1 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: Lahore vs Delhi
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 | Lahore | Delhi | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 18°C | 4d | 20°C | 3d |
| Feb | 21°C | 5d | 23°C | 4d |
| Mar | 27°C | 5d | 29°C | 3d |
| Apr | 34°C | 5d | 36°C | 3d |
| May | 39°C | 6d | 40°C | 5d |
| Jun | 39°C | 9d | 38°C | 9d |
| Jul | 35°C | 19d | 34°C | 19d |
| Aug | 33°C | 18d | 32°C | 19d |
| Sep | 33°C | 9d | 32°C | 10d |
| Oct | 31°C | 2d | 32°C | 2d |
| Nov | 26°C | 1d | 27°C | 1d |
| Dec | 21°C | 2d | 22°C | 1d |
Lahore Weather in December
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