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Outdoor activities Potential

92/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

April, March, May

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Avoid

June, July, August, September

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Weather

7°C – 22°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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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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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Shimla

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
53Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
36
February
63Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
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.
13

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Shimla

When is the best time to visit Shimla for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Shimla for outdoor activities is typically in April, March, May, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Shimla?

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Rainy season typically: June–August. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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