Shimla Sees Warmer Nights Than Plains; Western Disturbance Likely to Bring Relief in Upper Hills
Shimla, April 2, 2025 – Weather Desk – Himachal Pradesh is experiencing a steady rise in temperature, with bright sunshine persisting across the state. While lower hill and plain areas are starting to feel the early summer heat, higher altitudes are also witnessing a decline in chill, although tribal belts like Lahaul-Spiti remain near freezing.
On Tuesday, the state’s maximum temperature touched 34°C, signaling the intensifying heat wave in the plains. In contrast, night temperatures in hill towns like Shimla remained higher than many lower-altitude areas, indicating a shift in weather dynamics.
Rain and Snow Likely on April 3 in Upper Regions
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Shimla, a Western Disturbance is set to become active over the Western Himalayas on April 3. This could bring light rain and snow to higher reaches of districts including:
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Lahaul-Spiti
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Kinnaur
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Chamba
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Kullu
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Kangra (upper parts)
However, weather is expected to remain clear from April 4 to April 7, leading to further rise in day temperatures across the state. Another round of precipitation is likely on April 8, potentially affecting hill regions again.
Temperature Trends Across the State
The last 24 hours saw a 0.3°C rise in average minimum temperatures statewide. Interestingly, Shimla recorded warmer nights than many plains:
| Location | Min Temperature (°C) |
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| Shimla | 11.8 |
| Sundernagar | 9.9 |
| Una | 7.9 |
| Kangra | 10.8 |
| Mandi | 11.1 |
| Keylong (L&S HQ) | 0.5 (Coldest in State) |
| Kukumseri | 2.8 |
| Kalpa | 4.0 |
| Barthin | 7.1 |
| Siyobagh / Solan | 7.5 |
| Bhuntar | 7.6 |
| Manali | 8.1 |
| Dalhousie | 11.1 |
| Kufri | 8.1 |
Weather Outlook: What to Expect
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April 3: Light snowfall and rain expected in upper reaches
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April 4–7: Clear skies, rising temperatures
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April 8: Fresh spell of rain/snow possible in hills
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