August Weather in Shimla

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Shimla, India, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (64°F). Typically, the humidity level in Shimla throughout August hovers around 87%.

18°C (64°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

27°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Shimla averages 357 mm (14.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 13 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

357 mm (14.1 inches)

Precipitation

29 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 15 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Shimla reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 7 10 12 13 12 9 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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