Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather Update Today: Here’s a heads-up on what the weather has in store for Shimla this January 6, 2025. Shimla is expected to witness snowfall today with heavy rain. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shimla is gearing up for a chilly day with a high of 12.0°C and a brisk low of 1.0°C. And, friendly reminder, don’t forget your umbrella or snow boots because we might see some rain or snow. A Yellow alert for heavy rain has been sounded today, so stay cozy and dry!
Here’s the nitty-gritty of today’s weather along with the forecast for the coming week:
- 🌅 Sunrise: 07:21
- 🌄 Sunset: 17:34
- 🌙 Moonrise: 11:33
- 🌑 Moonset: –:–
Shimla Recent Weather Highlights
- Yesterday’s Maximum Temperature: A warm-ish 23.0°C, which is quite a bit warmer than usual by 11.0°C
- Today’s Minimum Temperature: Keeping you on your toes at 1.0°C, cooler than the average by 2.1°C
- Rainfall in the last 24 hours: A dry spell with 0 mm of rain
- Relative Humidity: It was 68% at 8:30 this morning, compared to a much drier 26% yesterday evening at 17:30
How’s The Air In Shimla?
The air clarity isn’t the best today with an Air Quality Index (AQI) at 168, falling into the “Unhealthy” category. The main troublemaker in the air is PM2.5.
It’s a day to take an extra breath with care as everyone might feel the impact of air quality, especially those who are more sensitive to it may feel it more.
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Upcoming Week’s Weather And Air Quality Forecast For Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather | AQI (PM2.5) | AQI Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-06 | 12.0 | 1.0 | Rain or Snow | 168 | Unhealthy |
| 2025-01-07 | 14.0 | 1.0 | Partly cloudy sky | 116 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-08 | 15.0 | 3.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 113 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-09 | 15.0 | 3.0 | Mainly Clear sky | 120 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-10 | 15.0 | 5.0 | Partly cloudy sky | 122 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-11 | 14.0 | 5.0 | Rain | 123 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
Alerts And Warnings For Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-05 | Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2025-01-06 | Heavy Rain | Yellow alert |
| 2025-01-07 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2025-01-08 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2025-01-09 | No Warning | No alert |
Other Cities
| City | Min | Max | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 11.0 | 18.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain |
| Kolkata | 15.0 | 25.0 | Fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later |
| Chennai | 23.0 | 31.0 | Fog/mist in the morning and partly cloudy sky later |
| Bengaluru | 13.0 | 27.0 | Fog/mist in the morning and mainly clear sky later |
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Weather: FAQs
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.
Abbreviations
- IMD: Indian Meteorological Department
- AQI: Air Quality Index
- PM2.5: Particulate Matter (2.5 micrometers)
Stay informed and plan your week accordingly!
