Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Monday, 31 August 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain, High of 23°C
Shimla's weather on Monday, 31 August 2026, will see a dramatic shift from clear skies to a severe thunderstorm by mid-afternoon, with a 100% chance of rain. The high temperature will be 23°C, while humidity remains high at 93%. Prepare for potential disruptions as monsoon activity intensifies.
Shimla residents should brace for significant weather changes today, Monday, 31 August 2026, as a thunderstorm with 100% chance of rain is forecast to hit by 14:00.
| Current Weather in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — Monday, 31 August 2026 | ||
Temperature 16°C | Feels Like 18°C | High 23°C |
Low 16°C | Conditions Mainly clear | Humidity 93% |
Wind Speed 0 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Shimla — Monday, 31 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 16°C | Clear sky | 4% | 0 km/h |
| 02:00 | 16°C | Clear sky | 4% | 1 km/h |
| 04:00 | 15°C | Mainly clear | 2% | 0 km/h |
| 06:00 | 15°C | Mainly clear | 2% | 1 km/h |
| 08:00 | 17°C | Light drizzle | 6% | 6 km/h |
| 10:00 | 21°C | Light drizzle | 25% | 8 km/h |
| 12:00 | 21°C | Moderate drizzle | 60% | 10 km/h |
| 14:00 | 19°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 8 km/h |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The day begins mainly clear with temperatures around 16°C, feeling like 18°C, and humidity at a high 93%. However, light drizzle is expected to commence around 08:00, intensifying to moderate drizzle by 10:00. The peak of the storm, with a full 100% chance of rain, is anticipated around 14:00, accompanied by winds of 8 km/h. The day's high temperature is projected to reach 23°C, with the low remaining at 16°C.
Recent reports indicate that weather disruptions have already impacted Himachal Pradesh, with several roads closed and concerns over intensified monsoon activity from August 31. Travellers and outdoor planners should be particularly aware of the severe weather expected in the early afternoon, necessitating immediate shelter.
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