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Delhi or Mumbai?
Both are culture, history and food destinations in Asia. Delhi adds shopping. Mumbai adds city life and nightlife.
| Delhi | Mumbai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | Jan, Feb, Oct, Nov, Dec | Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec |
| Warmest month | June, 38°C | March, 34°C |
| Coolest month | January, 18°C | July, 28°C |
| Known for | Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, India Gate | Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Elephanta Caves |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Delhi | Mumbai |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18°C | 29°C |
| Feb | 24°C | 31°C |
| Mar | 31°C | 34°C |
| Apr | 37°C | 33°C |
| May | 37°C | 33°C |
| Jun | 38°C | 30°C |
| Jul | 34°C | 28°C |
| Aug | 34°C | 28°C |
| Sep | 33°C | 28°C |
| Oct | 31°C | 31°C |
| Nov | 26°C | 32°C |
| Dec | 22°C | 31°C |
So which one?
Pick Delhi if…
you want shopping. It also works in October, when Mumbai is off-season.
Pick Mumbai if…
you want city life and nightlife. It suits backpackers particularly well.
Both are at their best in January, February, November, December.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Delhi or Mumbai cheaper?
Delhi is mid-priced for a week, Mumbai is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Delhi or Mumbai?
Delhi peaks at 38°C in June; Mumbai peaks at 34°C in March.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.