Housing the spectacular site of Taj Mahal, Agra is one of the biggest hubs of foreign travellers visiting the city. A city tour to Agra apparently means a visit to the emblem of love and benevolence, Taj Mahal; thus to enhance the romantic experience one must plan the trip during the best time to visit Agra. The climate of the region plays a very significant role in establishing the right time to travel Agra and thereby making one’s visit comfortable and pleasant.

Climate of Agra:
Situated in the Uttar Pradesh state of India in the Indo- Gangetic plain, Agra essential has a continental climate. The city witnesses long and hot summers with heat scorching up to 45°C. Summers is also the time when dry winds (loo) blows in this region and thus, you must add some extra luggage including sun block, lose cotton clothing and spectacles to beat the heat.

The months of monsoon are from July to September and are marked with humidity and heavy rainfall. The winters last from November to February in Agra and are comfortable as the city observes great fall in the temperature.

Best Time to Visit Agra:
The city changes colours in every season and thus is treat to watcher’s eyes. However the best time for sightseeing tour to Agra is a debatable issue, as for some the cheaper and less crowded hotels and privacy at historic monuments can be the ideal time to visit Agra. On the contrary for some the cold and favourable climate can be the reason for utter joy and thus an ideal time for Agra visit. Agra is a place of amazement for its visitors where they get to explore the affluence of Mughal Empire and the city witness highest number of foreign travellers during the months of winter.

Winter includes the months of November to February. The temperature drops down a great deal making the weather condition absolutely pleasant especially for the foreign travellers. The temperature during the day remains comfortably warm whereas during the night reaches even below freezing some times. The city is also prone to fog during the months of December and January and average temperature is between 16- 25° C. The temperature conditions are pleasant making a sightseeing visit to the monuments most enjoyable and thus best time to visit Agra is winter season.