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Delhi and Agra in March

Warm spring days and Holi, especially vivid in Mathura and Vrindavan near Agra. Heat builds late in the month.

BestWarm, highs near 86F (30C), dry

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The straight answer

March is one of the best months of the year to visit Delhi and Agra. Warm spring days and Holi, especially vivid in Mathura and Vrindavan near Agra. Heat builds late in the month.

Weather: Warm, highs near 86F (30C), dry
Crowds: 3 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What March is like in Delhi and Agra

March brings warm spring days, with highs near 86F (30C) and dry weather. Holi, the festival of colors, falls on the full moon in March, varying each year, and is especially vivid in Mathura and Vrindavan near Agra. Heat builds late in the month. Crowds and prices ease from winter's peak.

It suits travelers who want good weather and a big festival. Families can join in Holi, but should be ready for color, water, and crowds. Plan sightseeing for mornings as it gets warmer. If you want cooler weather, come in February.

Make the most of March

What is especially good about Delhi and Agra this month.

Holi

The festival of colors is celebrated across Delhi and with legendary intensity in Mathura, Vrindavan, and Barsana near Agra, where it runs for days.

Spring at Humayun's Tomb

The garden tomb that inspired the Taj is calm and lovely in the warm spring light.

Agra Fort in the afternoon

Visit the red sandstone fort in the late afternoon for views of the Taj across the river.

What to pack for March

Old clothes you do not mind ruining for Holi
Sunscreen and a hat
A reusable water bottle
A zip bag to protect your phone during Holi

Our timing tip

Check the Holi date for the year, and if you want to celebrate in Mathura or Vrindavan, book a hotel early and go with a local guide.

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What's on in March

Holi

March, on the full moon, varies by year

Celebrated across Delhi and with legendary intensity in Mathura, Vrindavan, and Barsana near Agra, where festivities run for days.

Things to do in Delhi and Agra

Full guide

Taj Mahal

Closed every Friday. Enter at sunrise from the east gate for the thinnest crowds and the best light; limited night viewing runs around the full moon.

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Agra Fort

The red sandstone fortress where Shah Jahan was imprisoned, with views of the Taj across the Yamuna. Go in the late afternoon.

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Fatehpur Sikri

A perfectly preserved Mughal ghost capital about an hour from Agra. Visit early before the heat and crowds build.

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Humayun's Tomb

The garden tomb that inspired the Taj, and one of Delhi's calmest major sights. Beautiful at sunset.

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Red Fort and Old Delhi

The Red Fort is closed on Mondays. Pair it with Jama Masjid and a food walk through Chandni Chowk.

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Qutub Minar

A soaring 12th-century victory tower in a complex of ruins. Go at opening for the softest light.

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Beat the crowds

Be at the Taj Mahal's east gate before sunrise. The first hour after opening is the calmest of the day, and the light is at its best.
Never plan the Taj for a Friday (closed) or the Red Fort and Akshardham for a Monday (closed).
February and March give peak-season weather with slightly thinner crowds and prices than December and January.
In Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar at opening time, and save Old Delhi's markets for late afternoon when the food stalls are busiest.

Know before you go

The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday for prayers at its mosque. Night viewing is offered on a few nights around the full moon, except Fridays and during Ramadan; tickets are limited.
The Red Fort and Akshardham close on Mondays. National Museum hours also vary, so check before you go.
Winter fog, usually December to January, frequently delays trains and flights by hours. Build buffer time into any tight onward connection.
Around Republic Day, security closures affect central Delhi for several days, including rehearsals in the weeks before.

Delhi and Agra in March, quick answers

Is March a good time to visit Delhi and Agra?

March is one of the best months of the year to visit Delhi and Agra. Warm spring days and Holi, especially vivid in Mathura and Vrindavan near Agra. Heat builds late in the month.

What is the weather like in Delhi and Agra in March?

Warm, highs near 86F (30C), dry.

Is Delhi and Agra crowded in March?

Crowds in Delhi and Agra are moderate in March; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.

What is happening in Delhi and Agra in March?

Holi (march, on the full moon, varies by year).