Shimla weather in May (Himachal Pradesh, India)

Can you expect sunny skies in Shimla in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Shimla during May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During May, you’ll experience the summer season. Expect temperatures to climb to 29°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 15°C.

Precipitation

Shimla in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 300 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shimla, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 14%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 48%  

Sunshine 300 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

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

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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