The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Agra. Temperatures rise (39°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (8% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Agra.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Daylight
13.3h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 149
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Agra is November (9.1/10), 6.7 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMay · 39°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 20°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 46%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Agra ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndiaTemperate climate with a 9.1 → 2.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.18°N · 78.02°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Agra?
November is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of November & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Agra get in November?
Agra averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Agra?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Agra in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Agra good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Agra scores 8.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Agra?
June is the most difficult month to visit Agra, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Agra in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Agra (high), with about 13.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.