When to Visit Agra
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January is one of the most pleasant months in Agra with comfortable daytime temperatures and cool nights. The dry conditions and moderate temperatures make it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. This is peak tourist season due to the favorable weather conditions.
February
February continues the pleasant winter weather with slightly warmer days but still comfortable conditions. The dry climate and moderate temperatures make it excellent for exploring Agra's monuments. Tourist crowds remain high during this favorable period.
March
March marks the beginning of the hot season with significantly rising temperatures. Days become quite warm though nights remain pleasant, and the completely dry conditions continue. This is a transition month as tourist crowds begin to decrease.
April
April brings intense heat with temperatures exceeding 100°F during the day. The dry conditions persist with no rainfall, making outdoor activities challenging during peak hours. Tourist numbers drop significantly due to the uncomfortable heat.
May
May is the hottest month in Agra with scorching temperatures reaching 107°F. The relentless dry heat makes daytime sightseeing extremely difficult and potentially dangerous. This is the peak of the hot season with very few tourists visiting.
June
June remains extremely hot with temperatures still over 105°F, though slightly cooler than May. The dry conditions continue with no relief from rainfall, making it one of the most challenging months for tourism. Very few visitors brave these conditions.
July
July sees a significant drop in temperature from the peak summer heat, though it remains quite warm. Despite being monsoon season elsewhere in India, Agra continues to experience dry conditions with no rainfall. Tourist numbers remain low due to the warm weather.
August
August continues the cooling trend from July's peak with more manageable temperatures in the 90s. The dry conditions persist despite this being traditional monsoon season, making Agra notably arid. Tourist activity remains minimal during this warm period.
September
September maintains warm temperatures in the low 90s with continued dry conditions. While still quite hot for comfortable sightseeing, temperatures are more bearable than the summer months. Tourist numbers begin to slowly increase as the worst heat passes.
October
October remains quite warm with temperatures still in the mid-90s, though nights become more comfortable. The persistently dry conditions continue throughout the month. This marks the beginning of the gradual transition toward the more pleasant winter season.
November
November brings much more pleasant conditions with temperatures dropping to the comfortable 80s during the day. The dry weather continues while nights become quite pleasant, making this an increasingly popular time for visitors. Tourist season begins to pick up significantly.
December
December offers some of the most comfortable weather in Agra with pleasant daytime temperatures and cool nights. The continued dry conditions and moderate temperatures make it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Tourist crowds increase substantially during this favorable period.