Landmark

Red Fort

Delhi, India

Best timeOct–Mar

Set inDelhi, India

In season~77°F high

Climate48–100°F

CurrencyINR

LanguageHindi

TimezoneUTC+05:30

On the map

Map showing the location of Red Fort

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Feb, Mar, Oct. Go in Jan, Apr for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightOct · 84%

WarmestMay · 100°F

WettestJul

Best windowOct–Mar

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Red Fort is a historic Mughal fort located in the Old Delhi area of Delhi, India. Serving as the main residence of the Mughal emperors, it was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan on the 12th of May 1639; the fort was constructed following his decision to shift the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Originally adorned in red and white, the fort's design is attributed to Ustad Ahmad Lahori, the architect of the Taj Mahal.

Best time to visit

Aim for Oct–Mar, the 6 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

National Museum

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Red Fort?

The best time to visit Red Fort is October–March, in Delhi, India.

Where is Red Fort?

Red Fort is in Delhi, India.

What is Red Fort known for?

The Red Fort is a historic Mughal fort located in the Old Delhi area of Delhi, India. Serving as the main residence of the Mughal emperors, it was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan on the 12th of May 1639; the fort was constructed following his decision to shift the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Originally adorned in red and white, the fort's design is attributed to Ustad Ahmad Lahori, the architect of the Taj Mahal.

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