Late summer · Weather & things to do
Agra in August
Agra cools off: highs slip to 93°F (34°C), from 98°F in July, with lows of 79°F (26°C) and about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 39/100, 11th of 12.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 7.1 in (181 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 93°F (34°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 7.1 in (181 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are November – February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 63% in July.
- Comfort improves from 29/100 in July to 39/100.
- Our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends Oct – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 93°F
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Agra in August
With 7.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Sheroes Hangout
Café run by acid-attack survivors, serving tea, coffee and snacks on a pay-what-you-wish basis.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Pinch of Spice
Reliable North Indian restaurant for butter chicken, dal makhani and tandoori breads.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Fatehpur Sikri
Akbar's abandoned 16th-century capital, with palaces and the vast Jama Masjid, 37 km from Agra.
Peshawri at ITC Mughal
Northwest Frontier cooking with clay-oven kebabs and slow-cooked dal bukhara in a hotel setting.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Panchhi Petha
Agra's best-known maker of petha, a translucent ash-gourd sweet in dozens of flavors.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Nearby in August
- Delhi in August~111 mi · highs 93°F, 8.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Jaipur in August~138 mi · highs 91°F, 6.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Agra in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Agra?
It's middling, scoring 39/100. The best months are November – February, at up to 100. Expect highs of 93°F (34°C) and 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain. Our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends Oct – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Agra in August?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Agra in August?
Yes: about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.7 in (627 mm).
What should I pack for Agra in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 93°F), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
Planning Agra in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.