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Shimla Weather in November

Shimla in November sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.

Rainfall in Shimla in November

With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Historically, November sees about a single day of rain, with a monthly average of 20 mm (0.8 in). If rain does fall, it tends to arrive as a fairly heavy shower rather than light drizzle.

Temperature in Shimla in November

Shimla in November has excellent weather. Days reach 20°C (68°F) and nights cool to 6°C (43°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Shimla in November

The city usually sees around 270 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, October and November typically offer the best weather for Shimla.

Shimla Temperature in November

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
4%
Precipitation
20 mm (0.8 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
60%
Sunshine
270 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Historical weather records for Shimla in November

Browse day-by-day weather records for Shimla spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Shimla historical weather extremes in November

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Shimla between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • Shimla recorded its highest November temperature of 31°C (88°F) on November 1, 2020.
  • On November 22, 2006, Shimla saw its coldest November day with temperatures maxing out at 12°C (54°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 1°C (34°F) on November 27, 2020, marking the coldest November night on record.

Best Places in India in November

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Shimla in November

For Shimla in November, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Shimla in November

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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