Best Time to Visit Agartala

Winters are marked by a cool pleasant climate and this is when Agartala tourism spikes up. Besides the favorable climate and the overall weather, people also visit Agartala to revel in the breathtaking Northeastern beauty that is common to this part of the state. The temperature comes down to about 18-degree Celsius, which is pleasantly cool and perfect for exploring and trekking. Enthusiastically celebrated Durga Puja takes place in Oct-Nov and if you’re interested in experiencing the state’s culture, you mustn’t miss this.

Weather Of Agartala

The city witnesses humid, subtropical weather conditions. Its average temperature is 28 degrees Celsius, with rainfall dominating the better part of the year. Wet summers last from April until October. Winter begins in November and lasts until early mid-March. The average temperature in winter is about 18 degree Celsius. The ideal time to visit Agartala is from October until February. Although the city’s natural beauty comes alive during the monsoon, the heavy rainfall and floods make it difficult to travel to and commute through the city.

How to Reach Agartala?

By Air : The nearest airport is the Imphal airport situated 570 km away. The Guwahati airport is a close second, at about 575 km.

By Rail : One can travel to Agartala by train but be warned; it would take longer as the distance between Agartala and other cities are more. From Delhi, it takes about 28 hours (via Kolkata), while from Kolkata, it’s about 12 hours.

By Road : Regular and direct bus routes to Agartala are from Kolkata, Guwahati, Shillong and Silchar and are preferred by tourists and businessmen alike. The much-awaited Dhaka-Kolkata bus service has reduced the distance and duration between Kolkata and Agartala by almost half, as buses now travel via the neighboring country, Bangladesh. Agartala is connected to Assam and other states via National Highway 44.