Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Saturday, 15 August 2026: Expect Heavy Thunderstorms and Rain, High of 22°C
Shimla's weather on Saturday, 15 August 2026, will be dominated by heavy thunderstorms and near-constant rain, with the peak intensity expected around 2 PM. Humidity will be at a high 99%, making the "feels like" temperature 17°C despite a daily high of 22°C. Residents should prepare for significant rainfall throughout the afternoon.
Shimla residents can expect a dramatic shift in weather for Saturday, 15 August 2026, as heavy thunderstorms are forecast to hit the city, peaking around 2 PM. The day will feel significantly cooler than the peak temperature, with a "feels like" of 17°C despite a high of 22°C, largely due to persistent rain and near-total humidity of 99%. The day begins overcast with a light drizzle expected from 8 AM, intensifying significantly by midday. Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Saturday, 15 August 2026: Expect Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms, High of 31°C.
| Current Weather in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — Saturday, 15 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
15°C |
Feels Like
17°C |
High
22°C |
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Low
15°C |
Conditions
Overcast |
Humidity
99% |
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Wind Speed
1 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Shimla — Saturday, 15 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 15°C | Overcast | 1% | 2 km/h |
| 02:00 | 15°C | Overcast | 6% | 2 km/h |
| 04:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 7% | 2 km/h |
| 06:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 7% | 2 km/h |
| 08:00 | 19°C | Light drizzle | 10% | 3 km/h |
| 10:00 | 21°C | Light drizzle | 49% | 8 km/h |
| 12:00 | 22°C | Light drizzle | 82% | 10 km/h |
| 14:00 | 20°C | Thunderstorm | 98% | 8 km/h |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The conditions are set to turn severe in the afternoon, with a nearly certain 98% chance of rain and thunderstorm activity by 2 PM, accompanied by winds reaching up to 10 km/h. Earlier in the day, from 10 AM, light drizzle is anticipated with a 49% chance of rain, making umbrellas essential. The low for the day is forecast at 15°C, which will likely persist through the early morning hours before gradually climbing.
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