Shimla weather in October
October in Shimla: nice, a little rain, with very humid — an excellent time to visit.
#3 of 12 months in Shimla · #237 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 86/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Shimla climate normals — October
| Daytime high | 18°C / 65°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 6°C / 44°F | |
| Rainfall | 59 mm / 2.3 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 9 days | |
| Humidity | 76% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 7°C / 45°F | |
| Sunshine | 10.3 h/day | |
| Daylight | 11.4 h | |
| Wind | 9 km/h / 6 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 61 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Shimla in October — FAQ
- Is October a good time to visit Shimla?
- October in Shimla: nice, a little rain, with very humid — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #3 of 12 months for Shimla on SeasonMap's comfort score (86/100).
- What is the weather like in Shimla in October?
- In October, Shimla averages a daily high of 18.2°C and a low of 6.4°C, with about 59.2 mm of rain over roughly 8.8 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Shimla in October?
- Shimla has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 61 in October.