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Shimla weather in February (Himachal Pradesh, India)

How is the weather in Shimla in February? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Shimla generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Shimla in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 4 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 245 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shimla climate page with graphs.

 

Shimla, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in February

Find out more about the weather in India in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Shimla in February?

For visitors traveling to Shimla, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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