IndiaAverage weather for Shimla in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Shimla with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 4°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Shimla with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 4°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 17°C, with nights around 4°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Shimla is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,3 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Shimla in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
16°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
18°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
15°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
71 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
6,3 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
3 days | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.
Is January a good time to visit Shimla?
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Shimla. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2015, Shimla reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -11°C to a highest value of 11°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Shimla
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Shimla, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Shimla
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Shimla, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Shimla.
Daily Snowfall in January in Shimla
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Shimla, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in Shimla
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Temperature in January in Shimla over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Shimla, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Shimla over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Shimla, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Shimla per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Shimla, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Shimla
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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.
