Best Time to Visit Taj Mahal
Best time to visit Taj Mahal: February, March, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Taj Mahal
Go in February, March, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Taj Mahal month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67° | 46° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 78° | 54° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 89° | 63° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 101° | 74° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 104° | 81° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 102° | 83° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 93° | 81° | 9,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 79° | 9,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 90° | 77° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 90° | 70° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 81° | 58° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 71° | 50° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Taj Mahal compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Taj Mahal.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indira Gandhi International Airport | 111 mi | 77°F | about the same | 30 in |
| Delhi | 112 mi | 77°F | about the same | 33 in |
| Amber Fort | 135 mi | 77°F | about the same | 26 in |
| Jaipur | 140 mi | 77°F | about the same | 26 in |
| Ganges River | 334 mi | 79°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Taj Mahal is a tourist attraction in India. Taj Mahal is a landmark known for the white marble mausoleum at Agra.
Right now it is 92°F (34°C) in Taj Mahal with clear sky. It feels like 98°F. Today runs from 76°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Taj Mahal is February, March, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 104°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 111 mi away. Nearby highlights include Amber Fort.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 94°F is 4.3°F above the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Taj Mahal today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Taj Mahal right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:36 PM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 89° / 73°
Light drizzle · 25% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 89° / 74°
Overcast · 14% rain · wind 6 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Taj Mahal?
Taj Mahal is a tourist attraction in India. Its coordinates are 27.1751, 78.0421. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Taj Mahal right now?
It is currently 92°F (34°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 40% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Taj Mahal?
February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Taj Mahal, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Taj Mahal in?
Taj Mahal observes Asia/Kolkata (UTC+05:30). The local time is 12:36 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Taj Mahal?
The closest airports are Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 111 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Taj Mahal?
Popular options include Amber Fort.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 12:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
