Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
April, March, May
June, July, August, September
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
Good For
General Travel
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The best time to visit Shimla for hiking is April, March, May, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Shimla
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 53Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 36 |
February | 63Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 49 |
March | 90Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 38 |
April | 92Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 38 |
May | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 41 |
June | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 22° | 154 |
July | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 21° | 260 |
August | 30Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 20° | 223 |
September | 70Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 139 |
October | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 19 |
November | 65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 13 |
December | 65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 13 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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