Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Agra in January
This is the coldest month in Agra: highs average 73°F (23°C) and lows 44°F (7°C), with about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 0.5 in (13 mm)
- Humidity
- 42%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 34%.
Plan around January
January is one of Agra's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (100 → 99/100).
- January sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Agra in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Mehtab Bagh
Riverside Mughal garden directly across the Yamuna from the Taj, framed for sunset views.
Why now January scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah
The 'Baby Taj', a small marble tomb with fine pietra dura that predates the Taj Mahal.
Fatehpur Sikri
Akbar's abandoned 16th-century capital, with palaces and the vast Jama Masjid, 37 km from Agra.
Sheroes Hangout
Café run by acid-attack survivors, serving tea, coffee and snacks on a pay-what-you-wish basis.
Pinch of Spice
Reliable North Indian restaurant for butter chicken, dal makhani and tandoori breads.
Nearby in January
- Delhi in January~111 mi · highs 71°F, 0.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Jaipur in January~138 mi · highs 72°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Agra?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain. January is inside the Oct – Mar window our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends.
How hot is Agra in January?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Agra in January?
Not much: about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.7 in (627 mm).
What should I pack for Agra in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in January
- Golden Triangle & Rajasthan Oct – Mar
Planning Agra in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.