Shillong is often referred to as the Scotland of the East, owing to its scenic beauty. It is the capital of Meghalaya state. Also, the wettest place on Earth isn’t too far away from Shillong. Monsoon is a dominant season here and the best time to visit Shillong is during the summer season, from March to June. Here is the detailed information about the best time to visit Shillong, which will help you to plan a hassle-free trip.
Best time to Visit Shillong
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| Summers | April to June | 15°c - 25°c |
| Monsoon | July to Sep | 12°c - 16°c |
| Winter | Oct to March | 2°c - 23°c |
Shillong Temperature, Weather Condition & Forecast
Today's Temperature
Sun 25 Sep 22, 10:23 am IST
21.1 °C
Light rain shower
Rain: 0.6 mm
Humidity: 86%
Wind: 3.6 km/h
UV Index: 5
Humidity: 86%
Wind: 3.6 km/h
UV Index: 5
Weather Forecast
Sun
25 Sep
18.8°C-22.4°C
Heavy rain
Rain: 95%
Mon
26 Sep
18.6°C-22.4°C
Heavy rain
Rain: 88%
Tue
27 Sep
18.9°C-21.6°C
Heavy rain
Rain: 81%
Where to Visit in Shillong & When
Shillong in summer - From April till June
Summers are pleasant in Shillong. April to June is the best month to visit Shillong. The temperature during this time stays between 24 degrees Celsius and 15 degrees celsius. The best places to visit in Shillong are Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Don Bosco Center of Indigenous Cultures, and Mawlynnong Waterfall.
Shillong in Monsoon - From July till September
Monsoon is a dominant season in Shillong and its surroundings. Heavy rain tends to fall in the vicinity. This is when the panorama of Shillong becomes even more beautiful and greener. However, rains may cause some hindrance in your sightseeing. So it is advised to avoid visiting Shillong during the monsoon season from July to September.
Shillong in winter - From October till March
As soon as the monsoon fades from Shillong, the temperature drops as low as 2 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature of Shillong gets around 23 degrees Celsius. However, if you pack enough woolens, this would be a perfect time to visit Shillong between October and March and enjoy sightseeing.
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