Monthly climate guide
Shimla weather in August
Expect hot weather in Shimla in August: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). Around 304 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Shimla.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Humidity near 81% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is above Shimla's usual level, by about 211%.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
304 mm
very wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
84%
cloud · often cloudy
Shimla weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 42°F | 51 mm | 51% | 68% |
| February | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 47°F | 51 mm | 52% | 70% |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 12°C / 53°F | 57 mm | 49% | 67% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 17°C / 63°F | 39 mm | 40% | 67% |
| May | 36°C / 97°F | 22°C / 72°F | 41 mm | 32% | 64% |
| June | 36°C / 97°F | 24°C / 76°F | 145 mm | 43% | 69% |
| July | 31°C / 89°F | 24°C / 75°F | 294 mm | 72% | 84% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 304 mm | 81% | 84% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 69°F | 156 mm | 77% | 62% |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 62°F | 9 mm | 57% | 44% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 12°C / 54°F | 11 mm | 48% | 53% |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 16 mm | 44% | 53% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is August a good time to visit Shimla?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Shimla →Other India cities in August
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Shimla in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Shimla?
August is one of the wetter months in Shimla, with about 304 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Shimla in August?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Shimla in August?
Shimla typically gets around 304 mm of rain in August — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Shimla (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.