Last Updated: October 12, 2026
Last Updated: October 12, 2026
Shimla: The weather in Himachal is forecast to remain clear for the next six days starting today. Following the departure of the monsoon, the heat has begun to intensify. The sunshine for the past five to six days has caused temperatures to rise.
The state’s average maximum and minimum temperatures have risen by 3 degrees Celsius above normal. Keylong, which is typically cold, recorded the highest maximum temperature increase of 5.6 degrees, while Kalpa recorded a 5.2 degree increase.
Meanwhile, Una’s maximum temperature rose 3.1 degrees above normal to 36 degrees Celsius. Fourteen of the state’s 26 cities recorded maximum temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius. Solan’s temperature rose 3.1 degrees to 31 degrees Celsius, while Shimla’s temperature rose 2.9 degrees above normal to 25.6 degrees Celsius. Other cities also recorded temperatures above normal.
Night temperatures also rise
The minimum nighttime temperature is also higher than normal. According to the Meteorological Department, sunny skies are forecast for the next six days in the state. This will significantly increase daytime temperatures. The minimum temperature in Manali also increased by 5.1 degrees to 15.1 degrees Celsius.
Temperature of major tourist destinations
The weather has become pleasant these days at tourist destinations across the state. Shimla’s maximum temperature is 25.6 degrees Celsius, Dharamshala’s 29.1 degrees Celsius, Manali’s 26.2 degrees Celsius, Kufri’s 20.7 degrees Celsius, and Narkanda’s 21.5 degrees Celsius.
Monsoon loss of Rs 4881 crore
The monsoon has retreated from most parts of the state. This has caused significant damage to life and property in the state. Public and private property worth ₹4,881 crore has been destroyed. 454 people have lost their lives during the monsoon season, while 50 are missing.
The heavy rains completely destroyed 1,736 houses and partially damaged 7,494. 30,000 domestic animals also fell victim to the disaster.
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