Shimla, June 13 – A spell of light rain brought much-needed relief to Shimla on Friday afternoon, easing the persistent heat and offering a brief respite to residents and tourists alike.
The temperature dipped following the showers, creating a cooler and more pleasant atmosphere across the hill station. Locals, who had been enduring unusually warm days, welcomed the change. “It was getting quite hot for Shimla. This rain came at the right time,” said Priya Thakur, a shopkeeper on Mall Road.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier predicted rainfall and thunderstorms for parts of Himachal Pradesh, and the forecast came through for the state capital, breaking a prolonged dry and warm spell.
However, the rain’s reach was limited. While Shimla saw relief, many areas across the state, particularly in the lower hills and plains, continued to face intense heat. The IMD confirmed that heatwave conditions are expected to persist in those regions through June 14, with temperatures remaining high and the night of June 13 likely to be unusually warm.
“The rain activity in the higher altitudes does not indicate a statewide shift in weather patterns yet,” an IMD official stated. “People in the lower regions should remain cautious and hydrated.”
With more heat expected over the weekend for much of Himachal Pradesh, meteorologists are monitoring conditions closely. For now, Shimla’s showers have brought temporary comfort amid a broader pattern of rising temperatures.
