The short answer
When to go to Aligarh
November to February is the best window for Aligarh, with clear skies, cool mornings and comfortable afternoons for the campus, fort and old city. October and March are workable if you keep to mornings. April to June is hot, and July to August is wet and humid. Older travellers should plan outdoor stops early in the day and rest in the afternoon.
Month by month
Aligarh weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C | 7°C | 15 mm | Cool and mostly dry; ideal for campus walks | |
| February | 24°C | 10°C | 17 mm | Pleasant days, cool mornings | |
| March | 30°C | 15°C | 10 mm | Warm afternoons; mornings are fine | |
| April | 37°C | 21°C | 12 mm | Hot and dry; outdoor sights are tiring | |
| May | 40°C | 25°C | 27 mm | Peak heat; keep to early mornings | |
| June | 39°C | 27°C | 66 mm | Hot, humid, pre-monsoon showers | |
| July | 35°C | 26°C | 218 mm | Heavy monsoon rain and humidity | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 216 mm | Monsoon; wet ground at the fort | |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 108 mm | Rain easing but still humid | |
| October | 33°C | 19°C | 17 mm | Dry, warm days and cooler evenings | |
| November | 28°C | 13°C | 3 mm | Clear, comfortable and dry | |
| December | 22°C | 9°C | 4 mm | Cool days; mornings can be foggy and cold |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Aligarh seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool and mostly dry; ideal for campus walks
- February: Pleasant days, cool mornings
- November: Clear, comfortable and dry
- December: Cool days; mornings can be foggy and cold
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warm afternoons; mornings are fine
- October: Dry, warm days and cooler evenings
Possible, with planning: September
- September: Rain easing but still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Hot and dry; outdoor sights are tiring
- May: Peak heat; keep to early mornings
- June: Hot, humid, pre-monsoon showers
- July: Heavy monsoon rain and humidity
- August: Monsoon; wet ground at the fort
Useful answers
Best time to visit Aligarh: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Aligarh?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Aligarh, with March and October also good. November to February is the best window for Aligarh, with clear skies, cool mornings and comfortable afternoons for the campus, fort and old city. October and March are workable if you keep to mornings. April to June is hot, and July to August is wet and humid. Older travellers should plan outdoor stops early in the day and rest in the afternoon.
Which months should I avoid in Aligarh with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot and dry; outdoor sights are tiring Peak heat; keep to early mornings
When does it rain most in Aligarh?
July is the wettest month, with about 218 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 40°C.