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When to go · Shimla

Shimla in May

Great month. Inside Shimla's best window: Mar–Jun and Sep–Nov.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
24°C / 11°C
average high / low
Rain days
5
Crowds
Low
India overall
Prices
Low
India overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Shimla

Inside Shimla's best window: Mar–Jun and Sep–Nov.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • ShimlaHighs around 24 °C, lows around 11 °C, rain on about 5 days
  • Himalayan hills, India · Shimla, Rishikesh, Darjeeling, Sikkimbest weather

    Landslides close roads in July–August; October–November gives the clearest mountain views.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · India overall
Low
Prices · India overall
Low

India overall: Hottest month on the plains; only the Himalaya and Ladakh (opening late May) work.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings

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