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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

Shimla in October

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Shimla are April, May, June and September. In October, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
12°C
Rainfall
69 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In October, Shimla is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 12°C with about 69mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Shimla in October

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Diocese of Simla and Chandigarh
The Diocese of Simla and Chandigarh is a Latin Catholic diocese located in the cities of Simla and Chandigarh in the ecclesiastical province of Delhi in India.
Mall Road, Shimla
Mall Road is one of the main financial, commercial and business centres in Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, India. Constructed during British colonial rule, the Mall r
Shimla
Shimla, also known as Simla, is the capital and the largest city of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. In 1864, Shimla was declared the summer capital of British India.
Gaiety Theatre, Shimla
Gaiety Theatre or Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is historic theatre and tourist destination in Shimla. It is located on Mall Road. It is the hub of cultural events of the state.
Kali Bari, Shimla
Kali Bari Mandir is a Hindu temple on Bantony Hill, Shimla. The temple is dedicated to an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Kali, known as Shyamala, after which the city of Shimla m
Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is a state in the northern part of India. Situated in the Western Himalayas, it is one of the 13 mountain states and is characterised by an extreme landscape featu

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Shimla in October: FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Shimla?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Shimla's best months are generally April, May, June and September.

What is the weather like in Shimla in October?+

Expect average temperatures around 12°C. Rainfall averages about 69mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Shimla in October?+

Based on the typical October weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Shimla in October?+

Popular things to do include Diocese of Simla and Chandigarh, Mall Road, Shimla, Shimla and Gaiety Theatre, Shimla. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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