Delhi events & things to do in November 2026
Start with Red Fort, Qutb Minar, plus Hauz Khas Complex. November in Delhi averages 28°C / 82°F highs, 15°C / 58°F nights, and about 2 rainy days.
Expect 28°C/82°F days and about 2 rainy ones in November. Start with these:
- Red Fort★ 4.5 · 179.4k reviewsThe 17th-century Mughal palace-fort in Old Delhi, built for Shah Jahan's Shahjahanabad.
- Qutb Minar★ 4.5 · 159.8k reviews73m tower in Mehrauli, begun under Qutb-ud-din Aibak and completed in 1220.
- CMS VATAVARANNov 4 – Nov 7New Delhi · Source: festival calendar
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By TripSapien Research · Updated June 3, 2026
Delhi in November 2026
Weather
TempTemperature
82°F / 58°F
27.8°C / 14.5°C
RainPrecipitation
2d
0.2in · 5mm
LightDaylight
11.1h
November is dry but pollution can spike after Diwali; keep museum and Metro options ready on bad-air days.
Events & festivals
Event calendar- Nov 1 – Nov 5
Diwali Festival Celebrations in Delhi
City-wide Diwali celebrations including lighting displays, cultural performances, and fairs across Delhi.
Planning lead · dates set closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 8
It symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
Planning lead · approximate date · Source: festival calendar
- Nov 9 – Nov 14
Chinh India Kids Film Festival & Forum
International Children's Film Festival in New Delhi.
Source: festival calendar
Show all 6 events for November
- Nov 10 – Nov 15
Delhi International Arts Festival 2026
A multi-arts festival featuring theatre, dance, music, and visual arts from Indian and international artists.
Planning lead · dates set closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 12 – Nov 18
Delhi Book Fair 2026
A major book fair featuring publishers, authors, and literary events held at Pragati Maidan.
Planning lead · dates set closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 20 – Nov 22
Qutub Festival 2026
Annual cultural festival held at Qutub Minar complex showcasing classical music and dance performances.
Planning lead · dates set closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Nov 8DiwaliPublic holiday
- Nov 24Guru Nanak's BirthdayPublic holiday
- Nov 21-Nov 24Long weekend with bridge day
About Delhi
City overview
Delhi is a Yamuna River metropolis where Old Delhi's Shahjahanabad lanes, British-planned New Delhi, and South Delhi's older sultanate sites sit in one National Capital Territory. The Red Fort, Connaught Place, Mehrauli, Nizamuddin, and Akshardham form a city map built by at least eight historic settlements.
Food & drink
Delhi is a street-food and north-Indian restaurant city: parathas in Paranthe Wali Gali, chaat around Bengali Market and Chawri Bazaar, kebabs near Jama Masjid, chole bhature in Karol Bagh, and butter chicken or dal makhani across New Delhi menus. Prices can stay low if you eat in markets rather than hotel restaurants, although Connaught Place and Khan Market push costs toward Mumbai levels. The regional fact is that Punjabi, Mughlai, Bengali CR Park, and Old Delhi Muslim cooking all operate as distinct food maps inside the same Metro system.
Top sights
Ranked for November suitability using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Hauz Khas Complex
- 2India Gate and Kartavya Path
- 3Akshardham Temple
- 4Jama Masjid
- 5Lotus Temple
- 6Purana Qila
- 7Connaught Place and Rajiv Chowk
1Hauz Khas Complex
4.4★ · 941outdoorOpen dailyRuined madrasa, reservoir, and traces of Siri, the fortified city established in 1303. The nearby village adds cafes and galleries to a South Delhi historical walk.
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2India Gate and Kartavya Path
4.7★ · 1,009mixedNew Delhi ceremonial axis from Rashtrapati Bhavan toward India Gate, a walk of about 3-4km according to Wikivoyage. The broad lawns and roundabouts show the Lutyens plan at city scale.
3Akshardham Temple
4.6★ · 55,195indoorClosed MonLarge Hindu temple complex east of the Yamuna, served by the Blue Line side of the Delhi Metro. It is East Delhi’s headline visitor site.
WikipediaPhones, cameras, and larger bags are restricted, so check the entry rules before taking the Metro there.
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- 4Jama Masjid
- 5Lotus Temple
- 6Purana Qila
Neighborhoods
1Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk
Shahjahanabad core with Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazaar, and Daryaganj. It is dense, loud, food-heavy, and best handled by Metro plus short cycle-rickshaw hops.
2New Delhi and Connaught Place
Lutyens Delhi around Connaught Place, Janpath, Kartavya Path, India Gate, and Rashtrapati Bhavan. Wide avenues and colonial blocks replace Old Delhi lanes.
3Paharganj and Karol Bagh
Central Delhi hotel-and-market belt near New Delhi station, RK Ashram Marg, and Karol Bagh. It is convenient for trains and budget stays, with heavy street traffic and constant touting.
Day trips
230km / 2-5h by train from New Delhi or 3h by Yamuna Expressway
Agra and the Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Mughal riverfront gardens make the strongest single day outside Delhi. The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday, so do not plan the trip then.
280km / about 4h by the fastest trains from Delhi
Jaipur
Rajasthan capital with Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and bazaars. It is possible as a long day by early train, but easier as an overnight.
160km / 2-3h by train to Mathura plus rickshaw
Vrindavan and Mathura
Krishna pilgrimage towns south of Delhi. Festival dates such as Holi change the crowd level dramatically, so check train availability before committing.
Getting around
The Delhi Metro is the practical backbone, with Yellow Line useful for Chandni Chowk, New Delhi station, Hauz Khas, and Qutb Minar, and Blue Line useful for Akshardham. Fares run about Rs10-60, a Smart Card costs Rs200 with Rs150 value and Rs50 deposit, and the Airport Express has special fares from Indira Gandhi International Airport.
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Common questions about Delhi in November
- What to pack for Delhi in November
Pack for November's weather, not a generic Delhi checklist.
- Layerable daytime clothes for average highs around 28°C / 82°F.
- A light evening layer because nights average 15°C / 58°F.
- Sun protection and comfortable walking shoes; rain is usually limited this month.
- How many days do you need in Delhi
- 4 days covers the main Delhi highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
- Is Delhi worth visiting in November
- Yes. November in Delhi averages 28°C / 82°F highs, 15°C / 58°F nights, and about 2 rainy days.
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