Shimla weather in July (Himachal Pradesh, India)

What is the weather forecast for Shimla in July? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In July, Shimla usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During July, you’ll experience the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 20°C.

Precipitation

Shimla in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 357 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 200 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Shimla. 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 July

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 357 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 84%  

Sunshine 200 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in July

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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