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Best time to visit
The cooler months from roughly October to March are the most comfortable for sightseeing. April to June can be extremely hot, and the monsoon season is humid, though the crowds are usually lighter.
How many days you need
One to two days covers the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and a quieter viewpoint across the river. Fatehpur Sikri is a popular half-day extra. The Taj Mahal is normally closed to general visitors on Fridays, so check the current opening days before you plan.
Getting around
Most visitors arrive from Delhi by train or road in a few hours. In town, auto-rickshaws, taxis and hired drivers are the norm, and it helps to agree the fare and stops before you set off. Sunrise is a popular time to visit the Taj Mahal.
What to skip
It is common for drivers or helpers to steer visitors toward shops that pay them commissions. Buy tickets only from official counters or the official website, and feel free to decline extra stops.
Where to stay in Agra
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Best time to visit Agra
The most comfortable months in Agra are January to February and November to December, with average daytime highs of 67 to 81°F and 1 to 5 rainy days a month. May is the hottest month, averaging 103°F, and January the coolest at 67°F. July sees the most rain, around 22 days, while April is the driest with about 1.
Average daily high / low and days with rain, from Open-Meteo ERA5 records for 2019-2024. Highlighted months are the pick above.
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Agra: common questions
- When is the best time to visit Agra?
- The most comfortable stretch is January to February and November to December, when average highs run 67 to 81°F with 1 to 5 rainy days a month. May is the hottest month at 103°F on average, and January the coolest at 67°F.
- What is the rainiest month in Agra?
- July, with roughly 22 days of rain. The driest is April, with about 1. Both are averages from 2019-2024 records.
- How warm does it get in Agra?
- July averages 94°F by day and 81°F at night, and January averages 67°F and 46°F. In the southern hemisphere those two are reversed.
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