Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Tuesday, 18 August 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain, High of 22°C
Shimla's weather on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, will transition from a mainly clear morning to significant afternoon thunderstorms. While the morning offers pleasant temperatures, conditions will rapidly change by midday with an 83% chance of rain escalating to 100% by 2:00 PM. Be prepared for heavy showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon.
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh will experience a predominantly clear morning on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, with temperatures around 15°C, but a significant shift is forecast for midday, bringing thunderstorms and heavy rain.
| Current Weather in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — Tuesday, 18 August 2026 | ||
Temperature 15°C | Feels Like 17°C | High 22°C |
Low 14°C | Conditions Mainly clear | Humidity 97% |
Wind Speed 0 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Shimla — Tuesday, 18 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 15°C | Mainly clear | 0% | 1 km/h |
| 02:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | 2 km/h |
| 04:00 | 14°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | 2 km/h |
| 06:00 | 14°C | Mainly clear | 0% | 2 km/h |
| 08:00 | 18°C | Mainly clear | 0% | 4 km/h |
| 10:00 | 21°C | Mainly clear | 46% | 7 km/h |
| 12:00 | 21°C | Thunderstorm | 83% | 10 km/h |
| 14:00 | 18°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 8 km/h |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The day will begin with crisp conditions, reaching a high of 22°C by late morning, before the weather turns. Around 10:00 AM, there is a 46% chance of rain, which escalates dramatically. By 12:00 PM, thunderstorms are expected, with the chance of rain reaching 83% and winds picking up to 10 km/h. The situation intensifies by 2:00 PM, with thunderstorms and a 100% chance of rain, while the temperature dips to 18°C and wind speed settles at 8 km/h.
Residents should be prepared for disruptive weather in the afternoon, with the chance of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Carry an umbrella for the late-afternoon showers.
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