Shimla is a beautiful hill station in Himachal Pradesh which is set at a height of 2202 m above sea level. It is an all-year holiday destination in north India which is visited by a large number of domestic and international visitors every year. As a popular tourist destination, Shimla leaves no traveler disappointed. Here you can enjoy sightseeing and some adventure activities also like skiing and ice skating etc. Shimla is a place that is accesible in summers and winters both season just because both seasons have something unique for you!
Best Time to Visit Shimla
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| Summers | March to June | 15°c - 30°c |
| Monsoon | July to Sep | 15°c - 25°c |
| Winter | Oct to March | 0°c - 17°c |
Where to Visit in Shimla & When
Shimla in summers: From March till June
Summer season is a peak season in Shimla. This is because during the season, the weather remains pleasant and it the best time to enjoy adventure sports. The temperature ranges between 15°C (59° F) and 30°C (86° F) in summers . It is an ideal time to enjoy activities such as paragliding, trekking, camping and rafting. You can enjoy these activities at Chharabra, Naldehra, Kufri and Narkanda which are located around Shimla. You can also enjoy sightseeing at different attractions such as Christ Church, Glenn, Jakhu Temple, Woodville Palace and Tara Devi Temple.
Shimla in monsoons: From July till September
In monsoons, the temperature ranges between 15°C (59° F) to 25°C (77° F). Shimla receives heavy rainfall and usually there are chances that landslide may occur during the season. It is advised to avoid this season to visit the destination. Also, the weather remains humid during monsoons.
Shimla in winters: From October till February
Shimla welcomes the winter season in the month of October which lasts till the month of February. The temperature during this season is in between 0° C and 17° C (62° F). It is the perfect time for those who wish to enjoy skiing, snowfall and ice skating. Enjoy sightseeing at places like Annadale, Kaali Bari Temple, Lakkar Bazaar, Viceregal Lodge & Botanical Gardens and Darlaghat.
