Shimla · AutumnMonth summary
Shimla weather in October
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
8°C – 19°C
🌧 Rainy days
17% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
May (7.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Shimla in October?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Shimla in October: 19°C and 11.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Shimla in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn in Shimla is often underrated: 19°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if May (7.7/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Shimla averages 19°C, 17% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
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Comparison
October vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 7.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +5°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +26%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Shimla in October
Is October a good time to visit Shimla?
Yes, October is a good time (7.5/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Shimla in October?
With 19°C max and 11.0h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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