Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Tuesday, 21 July 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain, High of 22°C
Shimla's weather on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, will see a significant chance of rain, escalating to thunderstorms by mid-morning with a 100% probability. Expect a humid day with a high of 22°C and persistent drizzle.
Shimla's weather on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, will be dominated by a high chance of rain, with thunderstorms expected around mid-morning, potentially impacting outdoor activities. The day begins with light drizzle and a temperature of 16°C, but the chance of rain escalates significantly. By 10:00 AM, the forecast indicates thunderstorms and a 100% chance of precipitation, accompanied by a wind speed of 6 km/h, before transitioning to dense drizzle by noon. The high temperature is predicted to reach 22°C.
| Current Weather in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — Tuesday, 21 July 2026 | ||
Temperature 16°C | Feels Like 18°C | High 22°C |
Low 16°C | Conditions Light drizzle | Humidity 99% |
Wind Speed 4 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Shimla — Tuesday, 21 July 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 16°C | Light drizzle | 78% | 5 km/h |
| 02:00 | 16°C | Moderate drizzle | 86% | 6 km/h |
| 04:00 | 16°C | Light drizzle | 89% | 4 km/h |
| 06:00 | 16°C | Light drizzle | 93% | 5 km/h |
| 08:00 | 16°C | Moderate rain showers | 98% | 4 km/h |
| 10:00 | 16°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 6 km/h |
| 12:00 | 17°C | Dense drizzle | 100% | 2 km/h |
| 14:00 | 20°C | Light drizzle | 100% | 5 km/h |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Throughout the day, residents and visitors can expect consistently damp conditions, with humidity levels peaking at 99%. While the actual temperature will hover around 16°C to 17°C for much of the early part of the day, it will feel warmer, with a 'feels like' temperature of 18°C. Light drizzle is forecast to persist even as the temperature rises to 20°C in the afternoon, maintaining the 100% rain probability. The maximum wind speed anticipated is 12 km/h.
Recent local reports indicate a broader pattern of unsettled weather across Himachal Pradesh, with concerns over heavy rains and potential flooding in some areas. Given today's forecast for thunderstorms and a near-certainty of rain, carrying umbrellas and waterproof gear is advisable for anyone venturing outdoors in Shimla.
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