August weather forecast
Shimla, India

August

Weather in August

August's weather in Shimla, India maintains the monsoon spell carried over from July. Despite a slight drop in temperature from July to August, the persistent rainfall keeps the city flushed with lush greenery. August's weather pattern sustains the dualistic interplay observed in July, balancing subtropical warmth with monsoon-induced humidity. August stands as the rainiest month, observing the year's maximum average rainfall of 333mm (13.11") across 29.8 days. With the transition to September, Shimla begins to emerge from its monsoon serenade, manifesting warmer hues and less rainfall.

Temperature

August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F) from July's 26.7°C (80.1°F). Shimla, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in Shimla, India.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.8 days and accumulates 333mm (13.11") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Shimla, India, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:46 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Shimla, India, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Shimla is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shimla in August?
In Shimla, 25°C (77°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.8°C (64°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Shimla?
The most humid month in Shimla is August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.
What is the average humidity in August in Shimla?
In August, the average relative humidity in Shimla, India, is 86%.
What is the rainiest month in Shimla?
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 29.8 days and typically aggregates up to 333mm (13.11") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Shimla?
In August, in Shimla, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout August, 333mm (13.11") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Shimla?
In Shimla, snow does not fall in April through November.
What is the average length of the day in August in Shimla?
The average day length in August in Shimla, India, is 13h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Shimla?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shimla, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:46 pm IST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Shimla?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Shimla, India, is 9.7h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Shimla?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Shimla, India, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average temperature in August - Shimla, India
Average temperature in August
Shimla, India
  • Average high temperature in August: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.6°C).

Average pressure in August - Shimla, India
Average pressure in August
Shimla, India
  • Average pressure in August: 1005.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Shimla, India
Average wind speed in August
Shimla, India
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Shimla, India
Average humidity in August
Shimla, India
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (35%).

Average rainfall in August - Shimla, India
Average rainfall in August
Shimla, India
  • Average rainfall in August: 333mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (333mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (14mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Shimla, India
Average rainfall days in August
Shimla, India
  • Average rainfall days in August: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August - Shimla, India
Average snowfall in August
Shimla, India
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Shimla, India
Average snowfall days in August
Shimla, India
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Shimla, India
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shimla, India
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August - Shimla, India
Average sunshine days in August
Shimla, India
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.8 days).

Average UV index in August - Shimla, India
Average UV index in August
Shimla, India
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August - Shimla, India
Average cloud cover in August
Shimla, India
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August - Shimla, India
Average visibility in August
Shimla, India
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).

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