Shimla weather in May
May in Shimla: nice, rainy — one of the best months to visit.
#2 of 12 months in Shimla · #280 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 87/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Shimla climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 21°C / 71°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 9°C / 47°F | |
| Rainfall | 116 mm / 4.6 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 15 days | |
| Humidity | 59% | 🍃 comfortable |
| Dew point | 7°C / 44°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.9 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.7 h | |
| Wind | 12 km/h / 7 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 78 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Shimla in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Shimla?
- May in Shimla: nice, rainy — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Shimla on SeasonMap's comfort score (87/100).
- What is the weather like in Shimla in May?
- In May, Shimla averages a daily high of 21.4°C and a low of 8.6°C, with about 116.3 mm of rain over roughly 15.2 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Shimla in May?
- Shimla has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 78 in May.