Best Time to Visit Shillong
Best time: Feb, Nov, Mar, Dec.
Aug is warmest (23.5°C high); Jul is rainiest (656 mm).
Shillong weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14.8 | 4.9 | 14 | 6.8 |
| Feb | 16.9 | 6.3 | 24 | 7.8 |
| Mar | 20.7 | 10 | 71 | 9 |
| Apr | 22.7 | 12.9 | 170 | 9.3 |
| May | 22.8 | 14.6 | 371 | 8.8 |
| Jun | 23.2 | 16.7 | 645 | 7.5 |
| Jul | 23.2 | 17.1 | 656 | 7.2 |
| Aug | 23.5 | 17 | 394 | 7.2 |
| Sep | 22.9 | 16.2 | 354 | 6.9 |
| Oct | 21.7 | 13.6 | 255 | 7.1 |
| Nov | 19.2 | 9.7 | 45 | 6.8 |
| Dec | 16.3 | 6.2 | 14 | 6.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebNovMarDec
Beaches: JanDecFebNov
Hiking: JanDecFebNov
Sightseeing: FebDecNovJan
Shillong quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shillong?
Feb, Nov, Mar, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 656 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 23.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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