The short answer
When to go to Agra
The most comfortable months are November to February, with cool mornings, mild afternoons and clear skies well suited to walking the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. March and October are reasonable shoulder months. Avoid April to June, when daytime highs regularly exceed 40°C and marble surfaces get scorching underfoot -- a real risk for seniors. July to September brings monsoon humidity and heavy downpours that can make outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable and paths slippery.
Month by month
Agra weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C | 7°C | 13 mm | Cool, dry days; foggy mornings possible | |
| February | 26°C | 10°C | 11 mm | Comfortable warmth and clear skies, ideal for sightseeing | |
| March | 32°C | 14°C | 8 mm | Warming up but still pleasant before the heat sets in | |
| April | 38°C | 20°C | 9 mm | Hot afternoons; visit sights early morning | |
| May | 42°C | 24°C | 21 mm | Severe heat above 40°C; avoid midday outdoors | |
| June | 41°C | 26°C | 46 mm | Very hot and humid ahead of the monsoon break | |
| July | 36°C | 25°C | 246 mm | Heavy monsoon rain; humid heat, slippery walkways | |
| August | 33°C | 24°C | 199 mm | Peak monsoon rainfall; humid and overcast | |
| September | 34°C | 24°C | 111 mm | Rain easing, still humid; improves late month | |
| October | 35°C | 19°C | 25 mm | Warm days, cooling nights; good for touring | |
| November | 29°C | 13°C | 3 mm | Ideal cool, dry weather | |
| December | 24°C | 8°C | 3 mm | Cool days, cold nights; clear skies |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Agra seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, dry days; foggy mornings possible
- February: Comfortable warmth and clear skies, ideal for sightseeing
- November: Ideal cool, dry weather
- December: Cool days, cold nights; clear skies
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming up but still pleasant before the heat sets in
- October: Warm days, cooling nights; good for touring
Possible, with planning: April and September
- April: Hot afternoons; visit sights early morning
- September: Rain easing, still humid; improves late month
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July and August
- May: Severe heat above 40°C; avoid midday outdoors
- June: Very hot and humid ahead of the monsoon break
- July: Heavy monsoon rain; humid heat, slippery walkways
- August: Peak monsoon rainfall; humid and overcast
Useful answers
Best time to visit Agra: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Agra?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Agra, with March and October also good. The most comfortable months are November to February, with cool mornings, mild afternoons and clear skies well suited to walking the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. March and October are reasonable shoulder months. Avoid April to June, when daytime highs regularly exceed 40°C and marble surfaces get scorching underfoot -- a real risk for seniors. July to September brings monsoon humidity and heavy downpours that can make outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable and paths slippery.
Which months should I avoid in Agra with elderly parents?
May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Severe heat above 40°C; avoid midday outdoors Very hot and humid ahead of the monsoon break
When does it rain most in Agra?
July is the wettest month, with about 246 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 42°C.