Late spring · Weather & things to do
Agra in May
Agra's warmest month brings highs averaging 111°F (44°C), lows of 83°F (29°C) and about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 56/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 111°F (44°C)
- Avg low
- 83°F (29°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (18 mm)
- Humidity
- 21%
- Cloud cover
- 41%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What May feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 111°F (44°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (27°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 21% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – February.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: June brings 2.7 in (69 mm).
- Comfort slips from 59/100 in April to 56/100.
- Our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends Oct – Mar, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes111°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 83°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Agra in May
Afternoons run hot (111°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Pinch of Spice
Reliable North Indian restaurant for butter chicken, dal makhani and tandoori breads.
Why now A break from 111°F afternoons.
Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah
The 'Baby Taj', a small marble tomb with fine pietra dura that predates the Taj Mahal.
Mehtab Bagh
Riverside Mughal garden directly across the Yamuna from the Taj, framed for sunset views.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 111°F.
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.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in May
- Delhi in May~111 mi · highs 109°F, 1.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jaipur in May~138 mi · highs 107°F, 0.7 in rain · 2°C (4°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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Agra?
It's middling, scoring 56/100. The best months are November – February, at up to 100. Expect highs of 111°F (44°C) and 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain. Our Golden Triangle & Rajasthan route recommends Oct – Mar, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Agra in May?
Average highs are 111°F (44°C) and average lows 83°F (29°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Agra in May?
Not much: about 0.7 in (18 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.7 in (627 mm).
What should I pack for Agra in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (111°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 83°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
Planning Agra in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.