Month guide · Agra · India
Agra in June
What June is really like in Agra: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 41°C (106°F), lows of 29°C (84°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 13.8 hours of daylight. Extreme heat until the monsoon arrives, usually late in the month, with dust storms beforehand.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 41°C (106°F) / 29°C (84°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in June
June is the 2nd-warmest month in Agra: days average 41°C (106°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 29°C (84°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with May (42°C (108°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs drop to around 35°C (95°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:23
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 19:14
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
Hot season (March–June). Heat rises from the low 30s to well over 40°C by May; visit monuments at opening time and rest at midday.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 1 for crowds (the peak is February at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in November). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
June has no major recurring festival in Agra, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in June
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Sikandra
Guru ka Tal
This Sikh gurdwara near Sikandra commemorates Guru Tegh Bahadur, who was arrested here in 1675.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Food
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Landmark · Taj Ganj
Taj Mahal
Be at the East or West Gate before sunrise: crowds are thinner, the marble glows pink, and the morning haze lifts as you walk the garden. Bring only a small bag; food, tripods and large bags are not allowed inside.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Kids
Castle · Old City and Agra Fort
Agra Fort
Akbar began this massive red sandstone fortress on the Yamuna in 1565, and his grandson Shah Jahan added white-marble palaces.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Views
- Kids
Historic site · Yamuna east bank
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
Visit in the late afternoon, then continue a few minutes north to Chini ka Rauza or south to Mehtab Bagh for sunset.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Architecture
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Couples
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 41°C, lows near 29°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Agra?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, October–March are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Agra?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Extreme heat until the monsoon arrives, usually late in the month, with dust storms beforehand.
+How warm is Agra in June?
Average highs are around 41°C (106°F) and lows around 29°C (84°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Agra in June?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.