Shimla
City in Himachal Pradesh, India
Overview
Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, is a picturesque hill station renowned for its colonial architecture, pleasant climate, and sweeping Himalayan views. Its charming streets, lively bazaars, and pine forests make it a favorite among travelers and honeymooners.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Himachal Pradesh
Population
206,575
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
31.17°, 77.58°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$534
Local Cost
$340
Local Income
$285
Cashless
55
English
50
Temperature
14.6°C
Summer Avg
21.1°C
Winter Avg
6.8°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-7.7°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
1176 mm
Internet Speed
6 Mbps
Upload
14 Mbps
Latency
25 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SLV
Distance
50 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.