Shimla Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Shimla vary. From a high of 300 hours in May, to a low of 198 hours in August, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2963 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 10.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. August, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Shimla vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Shimla enjoys an average of 2963 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Shimla

July, Shimla’s wettest month, receives 158 mm (6.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Shimla Precipitation page.