Best Time to Visit Shillong, Meghalaya, India
Shillong is at its sunniest and driest in November.
The best time to visit Shillong for sunny, dry weather is November — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in January to 20.3°C / 68.5°F in August, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (January) to 656 mm / 25.8 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shillong, Meghalaya, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Shillong's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 14.5°C58.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shillong?
The best time to visit Shillong for sunny, dry weather is November. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 20.3°C / 68.5°F, and the driest is January with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shillong's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Shillong?
The rainy season at Shillong, Meghalaya runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 255 mm / 10 in. The wettest single month is July (656 mm / 25.8 in).
What is the driest month in Shillong?
The driest month in Shillong is January, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 9.8°C / 49.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Shillong?
The least comfortable months for travel to Shillong — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 656 mm / 25.8 in in July, and the coldest month averages 9.8°C / 49.6°F.
Is Shillong climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Shillong figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our India figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Shillong specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.