Shimla weather in April

April in Shimla: nice, rainy — an excellent time to visit.
#4 of 12 months in Shimla · #292 of 897 destinations to visit in April · comfort 85/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Shimla climate normals — April
| Daytime high | 19°C / 67°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 5°C / 41°F | |
| Rainfall | 86 mm / 3.4 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 12 days | |
| Humidity | 52% | 🍃 comfortable |
| Dew point | 3°C / 37°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.3 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.9 h | |
| Wind | 12 km/h / 8 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 62 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Shimla in April — FAQ
- Is April a good time to visit Shimla?
- April in Shimla: nice, rainy — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #4 of 12 months for Shimla on SeasonMap's comfort score (85/100).
- What is the weather like in Shimla in April?
- In April, Shimla averages a daily high of 19.4°C and a low of 5.2°C, with about 86.1 mm of rain over roughly 12 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Shimla in April?
- Shimla has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 62 in April.