The best times to visit Shimoga for ideal weather are

November 5th to February 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Shimoga Travel Info

Weather in Shimoga

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shimoga vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Shimoga, the hottest months are April, March, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early April where highs are regularly around 98.5°F (36.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.4°F (22.4°C) at night.

Shimoga Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shimoga Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Shimoga Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shimoga Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shimoga Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.6 73.5 60.9
Feb 90.6 77.8 65.1
Mar 95.2 82.4 69.6
Apr 97.1 83.8 71.9
May 94 82 71.6
Jun 86.7 77.2 70.5
Jul 83.5 75.1 69.7
Aug 83.4 74.9 69.1
Sep 84.7 75.5 68.6
Oct 86.5 76.2 67.4
Nov 84.4 73.7 64
Dec 84.6 72.7 61.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.3 23.1 16.1
Feb 32.6 25.4 18.4
Mar 35.1 28 20.9
Apr 36.2 28.8 22.2
May 34.4 27.8 22
Jun 30.4 25.1 21.4
Jul 28.6 23.9 20.9
Aug 28.6 23.8 20.6
Sep 29.3 24.2 20.3
Oct 30.3 24.6 19.7
Nov 29.1 23.2 17.8
Dec 29.2 22.6 16.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shimoga are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 20th.

When can you find snow in Shimoga? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Shimoga.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shimoga (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 2% 0 0.2
Mar 6% 0 0.9
Apr 15% 0 2.7
May 16% 0 4.7
Jun 20% 0 3.1
Jul 29% 0 2.9
Aug 34% 0 5.1
Sep 24% 0 4.2
Oct 20% 0 4.5
Nov 14% 0 3.4
Dec 3% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 2 0 0.5
Mar 6 0 2.3
Apr 15 0 6.9
May 16 0 11.9
Jun 20 0 7.9
Jul 29 0 7.4
Aug 34 0 13
Sep 24 0 10.7
Oct 20 0 11.4
Nov 14 0 8.6
Dec 3 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Shimoga has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is March (35.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (77.9%).

Wind in Shimoga is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and August. July’s average wind speed of around 5.9 knots (6.8 MPH or 11 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid June where average top sustained speeds reach 8.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Shimoga.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.6 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Feb 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Mar 2.7 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Apr 3 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
May 4.6 Light breeze 7 Light breeze
Jun 5.7 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 7.8 Light breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 7 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 6 Light breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Nov 2.3 Barely noticeable 4.3 Light breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 45.7%
Feb 36.2%
Mar 35.7%
Apr 44.5%
May 56.6%
Jun 70.9%
Jul 77.1%
Aug 77.9%
Sep 74.5%
Oct 66%
Nov 63.2%
Dec 55.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shimoga?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for India; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Shimoga, India is October, followed by August and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Shimoga in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in June means 36.5% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Shimoga Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 98.5°F (36.9°C) and 91.1°F (32.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Shimoga, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 83.6°F (28.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Shimoga to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.6°F (34.2°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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