| Month |
Climate |
Details |
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Jan
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Freezing Cold with Snowfall
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There is a chance of snowfall during the first week. Cold wind blows from Higher Himalayan region. Perfect time for winter & snow lovers and honeymooners. Precautions needs to be taken if travelling with kids or the aged. The month enjoys fresh snowfall. |
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Feb
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Very Cold
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Chilly wind blows from Himalayan Peaks making the climate very cold. The temperature starts to rise from the end of this month. This place is less crowded at this time of the year and is ideal for honeymoon. Take extra care if travelling with kids or old people. Snowfall continues to create magic but will stop by the mid of this month. |
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Mar
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Moderately Cold
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Spring, the most beautiful time to visit Shimla, starts during March. The month of March is dominated by clear blue skies, cool breeze and lots of greenery, making it an ideal time for tourism. The month is also the beginning of the high-season for Shimla. Snow can be found on the ground but snowfall has completely stopped. |
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Apr
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Pleasant
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Ideal time for Wildlife, adventure and tourist activities. The skies are clear and cool winds dominate the region. Lush greenery and scenic beauty of the nature flourishes during the month. Snow can be enjoyed only on high altitudes. |
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May
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Pleasant
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This is the hottest month of the year, but is not at all a causes of any inconvenience to the tourists as the days are warm and nights are chilly. The famous Summer Festival of Shimla is held during this month. For tourists wanting to enjoy snow need to go on higher altitudes. |
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Jun
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Moderately Hot
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Monsoon starts to make itself felt in Shimla, however, the rain is not any cause of inconvenience. It is a delightful experience, walking on the crowded Mall Road in evening and night during this month accompanied with great opportunities for shopping. Little snow can be found on the high hilly regions. |
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Jul
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Rainy
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Monsoon has started in this month and Shimla might not serve as a perfect holiday destination during monsoon. Natural calamities like landsliding, tree falling etc occur often due to heavy rainfall. Snow cannot be found on the plains but some snow can be found on high altitudes. The rates of hotels also fall by 30% during this month. |
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Aug
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Rainy
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The sky is covered with black clouds for most part of the day and heavy thundershowers occur. This might not be the best time for tourism as natural calamities like landsliding, can often cause road blockages, making it difficult for travel. There wont be any snowfall but snow can be enjoyed on high altitudes. This is a good time for budget travel as the price of hotels come down by almost 30%. |
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Sep
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Pleasant
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Monsoon continues to lash the region and will start to diminish from the mid of this month. Cold wind blows and tourists are advised to carry light woolen cloths. The hills and slopes become more attractive due to lush green covering and finding snow can be a difficult challenge. |
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Oct
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Moderately Cold
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Autumn reaches Shimla is the month of October, and this is also the beginning of the tourist season after the downpours. Shimla is less crowded in this month with clear sky, visible mountain peaks and chilling nights. Tourists can make plan for any sightseeing and also indulge in various adventure activities. Snow will start to accumulate on very high altitudes. |
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Nov
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Very Cold
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Autumn fades away and winter starts to descend from the end of the month. Be prepared with heavy winter clothes and tourists can look forward to enjoying adventures like skating, trekking etc. Tourists can enjoy snow on ground but at high altitudes. |
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Dec
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Freezing Cold with Snowfall
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Lush green hills with snow covered peaks offers a glorious view in these days, various winter sports can be played. Christmas and New Year Eve are other main attractions of December. Extra care needs to be taken if travelling with small kids or old people. Fresh snowfall will start from the end of this month. |
