Lowest Temperature In Delhi: The winters in Delhi are known for extreme cold, dense fog and shivering mornings that result in life slowing down. As the 2025–2026 winter season continues, Delhi is witnessing cold nights and cool days as an indication of its severe past regarding winter. On January 13, 2026, Delhi woke up with its minimum temperature at 3°C, which is the lowest in this season, while the maximum temperature ranged from 15 to 18°C. Meanwhile, NCR city Gurgaon faced 0°C with icy frost on the same day, early morning, hindering the daily routine of locals.
Over the years, the capital city has witnessed some extreme cases of low temperatures recorded, which still shock meteorologists and residents alike. Ranging from chilly nights that are as low as zero degrees to the odd instances when the temperature touches sub-zero numbers.
Times When Delhi Froze In Winter
Let’s take a look at the lowest temperatures ever recorded in Delhi’s history, along with the coldest days that left a lasting impact.
| Temperature (°C) | Date |
|---|---|
| -2.2 | 11 January 1967 |
| 0.0 | 27 December 1937 |
| 0.2 | 8 January 2006 |
| 1.1 | 1 January 2021 |
| 2.3 | 11 December 1996 |
| 2.4 | 30 December 2013 |
| 2.4 | 28 December 2019 |
| 4.9 | 11 December 2024 |
-2.2°C – 11 January 1967 (Palam, Delhi)
This is the lowest recorded temperature in Delhi. The lowest recorded temperature in Delhi occurred on 11th January 1967 when the temperature touched -2.2 degrees Celsius at Palam. It is reported that water sources froze, and it was one of the coldest mornings in Delhi.
0.0°C – 27 December 1937
On 27 December 1937, the temperature of Delhi was just above freezing. "The temperature dropped to 0°C. In fact, it was one of the first records of extreme cold weather in the city's historical weather records. Frost-like conditions were observed in open areas"
0.2°C – 8 January 2006
The winter of 2006 proved exceptionally harsh. On 8 January, the minimum recorded at Delhi was 0.2°C. This led to the intensification of cold wave conditions, dense fog formation, and disruption of everyday life.
1.1°C – 1 January 2021
The recent lowest temperature was recorded in Delhi in year 2021 started with a severe cold. The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 1.1°C, one of the coldest New Year days in decades. This day was a reminder to people of old winter extremes.
2.3°C – 11 December 1996
An early winter shock came in December 1996, when the minimum recorded temperature was 2.3°C, an indication of an intense cold wave, much ahead of the peak winter season. The cold morning disrupted normal activities in the city.
2.4°C – 30 December 2013
Just a day before the end of 2013, Delhi experienced cold nights. Delhi witnessed a minimum of 2.4°C, which resulted in foggy mornings and cold winds. According to reports, there were delays in trains and flights.
2.4°C – 28 December 2019
Another severe winter moment came in 2019. With a temperature of 2.4°C, the city experienced one of the coldest Decembers in recent years.
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4.9°C – 11 December 2024
The winter of 2024 also made the headlines when on 11th December, the temperature in Delhi was 4.9 degrees Celsius, making it one of the coolest nights in the season.
Lowest Maximum Temperature: 9.4°C – 31 December 2019
Not only did Delhi experience low night, but it also recorded freezing days. The maximum temperature recorded on 31 December 2019 remained 9.4°C, marking the lowest temperature ever recorded with respect to maximum temperature.