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 | 91° | 79° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 91° | 77° | 8,4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Mahal | 0 mi | 77°F | about the same | 33 in |
| Indira Gandhi International Airport | 111 mi | 77°F | about the same | 28 in |
| Delhi | 112 mi | 77°F | about the same | 30 in |
| Amber Fort | 135 mi | 77°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Jaipur | 140 mi | 77°F | about the same | 24 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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 77°F (25°C) in Taj Mahal with light drizzle. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 77°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 73%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 Taj Mahal and Amber Fort.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Taj Mahal today at 9.6/10. Visibility is down to 1,9 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Taj Mahal right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:09 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 93° / 82°
Light drizzle · 28% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 91° / 80°
Overcast · 27% rain · wind 8 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 77°F (25°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 96% and wind is 4 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 5:09 AM.
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 Taj Mahal and 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 August 24, 2026 at 5:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
