Shimla Weather | temperature | climate

Beauty of hills and the pleasant weather makes Shimla one of the most beautiful hill stations. It is situated at a height of more than 2000 meters above sea level and experiences diverse climatic conditions. The isotherms of Shimla happen to match with that of London throughout the year and is the reason for Britisher’s choice of Shimla as its summer capital.

Moderately warm and pleasant climate in summers and mostly very cold climate in winters are the main features of Shimla weather. The average temperatures during summers (March to June) are between 14°C and 20°C and with a maximum touching about 30°C. The minimum temperature during winters (November to February) can go as low as -7°C with maximum never crossing 10°C. Around Christmas, Shimla experiences snowfall. Heavy woollens are suggested from November to February months. The rainy season is in July and august months. Best time to visit Shimla is summers and winters as per liking. If you wants to enjoy in the snow then winter is preferable.

Shimla weather forecast

There are different weather websites available online to check current temperature and weather forecast but accuweather.com the most accurate one. The following is the current temperature and forecast for the next few days / week

Summers in Shimla

Summers in Shimla are moderate and the weather is very pleasant. March-May is the months of summer and the peak seasons. The temperature ranges from 15 deg C to 27 deg C and the best time to enjoy scenic beauty. During summers Shimla is overcrowded with tourists as temperature in the plains gets too high. People can enjoy a comfortable summer and flee them from scorching heat. The climate of Shimla during the day time is warm and the nights tend to get cooler. Thus, one is required to carry some light warm clothes for the nights.

Shimla Weather in March | April | May | June

Monsoons in Shimla

July to September is the months of monsoon. During monsoon temperature ranges to 15 deg C to 25 deg C .Being a hill station it also experiences heavy rainfall and there are chances of landslides occurring here. So it is advisable not to visit Shimla during monsoon seasons. Moreover the climate during monsoon is very humid.

Shimla Weather in  July | August | September

Winters in Shimla

The winters last from November to mid- February. The average temperature during winter season is 8 deg C and can dip as low as -7 deg C. Snowfall is the main attraction for tourists that Shimla receives around the time of Christmas in December. Cold and chilly winds drops the temperature to sub zero, therefore it is advisable to carry woollens during winter season.

Shimla Weather in October | November | December | January | February

Clothing Required in Shimla

Carrying proper clothing is a must to enjoy nature to its fullest in Shimla. As temperature of Shimla is lower than that of plains proper precautions in carrying clothes is required

Summer season:  (May June): cotton clothes

Rainy, autumn and spring season (July, August, September and October, March – April): Cotton and Light woollen clothes

Winter season (November, December, January and February): Heavy Woollen clothes are required

Shimla weather in July 2023

From July to September Shimla witnesses monsoon. The temperature during monsoons ranges from 15 ^o c -25 ^o c. Heavy ceaseless downpours quenches the thirsty earth after two months of hot summer. The seasonal waterfalls, natural springs, rivers and ponds blush and get flooded with a renewed and recharged spirit. However Shimla is not flooded  as the water drains out quickly. There my be minor landslides here and there but there is no disruption of  rail and road traffic.

Best time to visit Shimla

Shimla is also a holiday destination in July and one of the best times to visit. You can get respite from the hot and humid weather of the plains. As the hill slopes receive water, grass and other seasonal flowers start start growing and make the area green.  It may be times the incessant rains may not allow tourists to step out of the hotel and enjoy the scenic beauty of Shimla in the natures lap.

The sky is always clouded and mist and fog can be seen over deep gorges and hill tops. The visibility of mountains, hills and forests is impaired due to mist and fog. This offers a unique view not found in the plain areas as like hilly area.

Light woolen cloths required

In beginning of July, it’s not too cold but as time progresses with August and September the rains becomes cool and winds are causing shivering. So light woolens, light shawls need to be carried. And most of all don’t forget umbrellas, raincoats they can at least save the body from getting wet and finally becoming sick.

Shimla weather in June 2023

As compared to other parts of India, Shimla offers a weather which is unique to this hill station. Only for this reason, the Britishers made Shimla their summer capital as Shimla climate resembles tat of London. The summer in Shimla is not scorching and burning. However, for people of Shimla cold are bearable but hot weather is irritable and irresistible.

Temperature in June Month at Shimla

The temperate in Shimla in the June month hovers between 22 degrees to 32 degrees Celsius. As far as tourists are concerned from different hot areas they feel like heaven as they get respite from the extremely hot climate with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees in the northern plains.

Tourist Season

Shimla has the peak tourist season in the June month and there is huge rush from Chandigarh,Delhi, Haryana Rajasthan and Punjab areas. The summer vacations in the schools in this month also tempt the tourists to visit Shimla and get respite from hot summer heat. If planning to visit Shimla during June month, do book the hotels in advance as the town is crowded and over packed, accommodation may create a problem. Therefore hotels in Shimla and advance bookings, both things have to be considered before coming to Shimla in June month because june is season month over here.

Light Woolen cloths required

Being in the hills the Shimla weather is often unpredictable. Unexpected showers may bring the temperature considerable down so do carry light woolens because you never know when the weather changes and you feel like wearing woolens.

Roaming around on the mall road and ridge with an ice cream in hand in the evening is an exhilarating experience and late night walks accompanied with shopping is worth.

Summer Festivals

During end of May or first week of June a summer festival is often organized in which baby show, flower show, food festival, dog show, painting exhibition and cultural programmes are the main attractions so as to keep the spirit of joy. So tourists can enjoy the enchanting and charismatic weather with traditional and cultural nights in Shimla.

Shimla weather in May 2023

Summer has just begun with the ending of April and beginning of May and will last until June. In May temperature may rise up to 28^oc. In nights Cool breeze, lush greenery of the deodar trees, amazing landscapes and the weather of Shimla all make it a pleasant and charming wonderland. People of Shimla at last take a relaxed breath from the ice freezing temperature and snowy winters. This is the time when people of shimla are seen in light clothes. One can move out easily in the sun with mild hot wave blowing. But, still it’s much clement and fascinating as compared to plains where without coolers, fans and air conditioners, life cannot be imagined and getting out is quite torturing.

Nights are cool with expected temperature around 12- 15 degree Celsius. If the day or night temperature increases, a sudden shower brings down the temperature to the normal summer temperature of Shimla. So to completely get rid of heavy clothes in shimla is very rare.

Light woolen cloths required

Visitors from the hot regions of country reach here to spend some time over here and enjoys the cool Shimla weather. If you are planning to come to shimla in summer, carry some light woolen clothes along with you or summer clothes will also work. Since this is the time when tourist season is at its peak, therefore, get your hotel booking done in advance so as to avoid any trouble while reaching here because in season time you will not get the hotels easily.

Tourist Season

Clear blue sky, tempting weather and countless tourist arrival to shimla makes this place not less than a paradise on earth. Site seeing really turns to be a nice and memorable experience of a hill station like Shimla. The major market street of Shimla, The Mall Road often seen crowded with clusters of visitors from different parts of country and world. During evening the hustle and bustle of Mall road is at its height. Get all the cameras, camcorders and all the hi-tech gadgets along with you to capture the moment’s one spend in Shimla. This will definitely be a triumphant experience of your lifetime.

Shimla weather in April 2023

Shimla is always a tourist choice because of its pleasant and cold weather which is always there. However summer like in plains which is accompanied with scorching and problematic heat is rare. April means the blossoming time in the year and beginning of summer and therefore the best time to visit Shimla. In April new life is emerging. In Shimla the wait is over for just sitting in sun and gossiping. The orchard growers are hopefully caring their trees just like kids and other wild fauna is growing and struggling at their own.

The sunny days are lengthier as compared to winter and warmer. Tourists can see variety of floral plants in forest and gardens. Trees like Pinus, Cedar, and Rhododendron etc have completed their flowering and it’s green all over. Winter dormancy is thrown and wild/cultivated plants begin to grow. Due to flowering one can see colorful butterflies and different flies.

Temperature in April month at Shimla

The temperature varies from 27^oc during days, allowing visitors to wander around and its bit colder in nights with temperature dipping to 14^oc. During this time, Shimla becomes crowded and over packed due to rush of tourists. Since it’s too hot in plains, visitors plan visits to Shimla to get respite from heat. The days are warm and nights are cooler but pleasant.

Occasional drizzling and thundershowers is enjoyable while hail storms can be ruining sometime when the tourists are out on sightseeing. Rivers and lakes are full due to snow melting, so it provides a better time for river rafting adventures and other activities.

Light warm cloths required

Time to wear summer lighter clothes and get rid of heavier one. However, light woolen clothes will also be utilized if it rains. Check out hotels and reservations so that accommodation does not create any problem. Make your stay comfortable and visits to different tourist spots during the month of April in Shimla will add to joy.