Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 31 July 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain, High of 23°C
Shimla's weather on Friday, 31 July 2026, is set to feature a dramatic shift towards thunderstorms by midday, with a 100% chance of rain. The day will experience high humidity at 97% and a peak temperature reaching 23°C. Residents should prepare for heavy rain and potential hail in the afternoon.
Shimla residents are bracing for significant weather changes on Friday, 31 July 2026, as thunderstorms are forecast to bring 100% chances of rain around midday. The day begins partly cloudy with a current temperature of 15°C, feeling like 16°C. However, the outlook shifts dramatically by 10:00 AM, with a mainly clear sky expected to give way to thunderstorms, accompanied by a near-certainty of precipitation. The peak of the storm activity, including a possibility of slight hail, is predicted between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
| Current Weather in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — Friday, 31 July 2026 | ||
Temperature 15°C | Feels Like 16°C | High 23°C |
Low 15°C | Conditions Partly cloudy | Humidity 97% |
Wind Speed 4 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Shimla — Friday, 31 July 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 15°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | 5 km/h |
| 02:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 4% | 4 km/h |
| 04:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 5% | 2 km/h |
| 06:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 4% | 2 km/h |
| 08:00 | 20°C | Mainly clear | 8% | 2 km/h |
| 10:00 | 22°C | Mainly clear | 67% | 6 km/h |
| 12:00 | 18°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 3 km/h |
| 14:00 | 18°C | Thunderstorm with slight hail | 100% | 1 km/h |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Throughout the day, the temperature will climb to a high of 23°C, before dropping to a low of 15°C overnight. Humidity will remain exceptionally high at 97%, contributing to the muggy conditions. While early morning winds will be light, the chance of rain escalates rapidly, reaching a notable 94% for the day. Residents should carry umbrellas as thunderstorms with heavy rain are expected to dominate the afternoon weather. The maximum wind speed anticipated is around 10 km/h.
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