November · India
Best time to visit Shimla in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Shimla in November
Average temperature 17°C, 7 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 60% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
8.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 60%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
November in Shimla scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Shimla climbs Himalayan ridges beneath the Ridge and Mall, the old summer capital of British India.
November is one of the strongest months in Shimla (4th)
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 7 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Shimla at 8.5/10 (4th of 12), just behind October at 9.4/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Shimla in November?
- In November, Shimla averages 17°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Shimla?
- November earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Shimla in November?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 60% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Shimla
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Shimla
Shimla, India. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.