Shimla, IndiaQuick decision
When to visit Shimla?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
12°C–24°C in May
🌧 Least rain
43% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
January (29%)
📅 Best score
7.7/10
Monthly climate data
Shimla weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | -1°C | 11°C | 29% | 2.8 | 10.0h | 5.5/10 | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ February | 1°C | 13°C | 29% | 3.0 | 10.0h | 6.1/10 | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 4°C | 16°C | 40% | 2.8 | 11.6h | 7.0/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 9°C | 21°C | 36% | 2.2 | 12.0h | 7.5/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 12°C | 24°C | 43% | 2.3 | 12.4h | 7.7/10 | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 15°C | 24°C | 56% | 4.0 | 12.4h | 7.4/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 16°C | 23°C | 93% | 9.5 | 9.5h | 6.0/10 | 2.4/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 16°C | 22°C | 90% | 9.2 | 9.3h | 5.9/10 | 2.5/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 14°C | 22°C | 67% | 5.0 | 11.1h | 7.1/10 | 3.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 8°C | 19°C | 17% | 1.0 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 4°C | 16°C | 13% | 0.7 | 9.9h | 7.1/10 | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 1°C | 13°C | 11% | 0.8 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 | 5.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 40% rainy days, 12.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 23°C, 80% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 6.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 19°C, 32% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 12°C, 23% rainy days, 9.9h sunshine/day. Score: 6.2/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 6.3/10). For hiking/summer: May (7.7/10, 24°C).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 5.9/10. Cold temperatures (11°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In May, temperatures average 24°C. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
January is the wettest month with 29% rainy days.
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