IndiaThe weather in May in Shimla
It's hot in May in Shimla with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
May is a good month to be in Shimla for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May 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 45°C in 2019, Shimla reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Shimla
Click on any day in May 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.
May weather comparison
| Shimla | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Shimla with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Shimla is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Shimla runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Shimla, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Shimla
Temperature in May in Shimla over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Shimla
Total precipitation in May in Shimla over the years
Daily UV index in May in Shimla
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.