Things to Do in New Delhi in June
June weather, activities, events & insider tips
June Weather in New Delhi
Is June Right for You?
Advantages
- Lower accommodation prices - 30-40% cheaper than peak winter season as most tourists avoid the heat
- Incredible mango season with over 200 varieties available at street stalls and markets for ₹20-50 per kg
- Perfect time for early morning heritage walks (5:30-7:30 AM) when temperatures are manageable at 27-30°C (81-86°F)
- Air conditioning becomes your best friend - all metro stations, malls, and restaurants are perfectly climate-controlled
Considerations
- Extreme heat makes outdoor sightseeing brutal between 10 AM-6 PM with temperatures reaching 45°C (113°F) in direct sunlight
- Frequent dust storms and poor air quality with AQI often exceeding 300, especially pre-monsoon
- Many outdoor attractions like Lodhi Gardens become virtually unusable during midday hours
Best Activities in June
Red Fort and Mughal Heritage Tours
June mornings (6 AM-9 AM) offer the best time to explore Delhi's Mughal monuments without crowds. The golden hour photography is spectacular, and you'll have near-empty courtyards at Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, and Jama Masjid. Heat forces most tourists indoors by 10 AM, giving you premium access.
Connaught Place Underground Shopping and Food Tours
June heat makes underground and air-conditioned spaces premium. Connaught Place's underground Palika Bazaar and connected food courts become treasure troves. The central air conditioning system keeps temperatures at comfortable 22°C (72°F) while you explore electronics, textiles, and local street food safely.
Delhi Metro Cultural Circuit Tours
June transforms Delhi Metro into a cultural highway. Air-conditioned coaches at 18°C (64°F) connect heritage sites efficiently. Purple and Pink lines offer heritage circuits connecting major monuments with minimal outdoor exposure. Perfect for heat-sensitive travelers.
Akshardham Temple Complex
June evenings (4 PM onwards) at Akshardham offer spectacular fountain shows and fully air-conditioned exhibition halls. The complex's modern cooling systems make it comfortable year-round. Evening light and sound shows at 6:45 PM provide perfect timing as outdoor temperatures drop to 35°C (95°F).
India Gate Evening Picnics and Ice Cream Vendor Circuit
While daytime is brutal, India Gate transforms at sunset (7 PM onwards) into Delhi's social hub. Temperatures drop to bearable 32°C (90°F) by 7:30 PM. Local kulfi and ice cream vendors create a festival atmosphere that peaks during June evenings.
Chandni Chowk Early Morning Market Tours
June mornings at Chandni Chowk (5:30-8:30 AM) offer authentic Delhi before the heat hits. Wholesale markets are most active, breakfast paranthe vendors serve fresh, and narrow lanes remain cool. By 9 AM, it becomes unbearable, making timing crucial.
June Events & Festivals
Mango Mela at Various Markets
June marks peak mango season with special markets at INA, Lajpat Nagar, and Khan Market featuring rare varieties like Chausa, Langra, and Alphonso. Vendors offer tastings and mango-based street foods unavailable other months.