IndiaThe weather in December in Shimla
It's cool to moderate in December in Shimla with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 6°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Shimla. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Shimla, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2014, Shimla reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 13°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Shimla
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shimla. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Shimla | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 19 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,5 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Shimla with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 4°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Shimla is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in Shimla runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Shimla, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Shimla
Temperature in December in Shimla over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Shimla, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Shimla
Total precipitation in December in Shimla over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Shimla
Snowfall in December in Shimla per year
Daily UV index in December in Shimla
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Shimla, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Shimla by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shimla. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.