Historical Climate Data & Weather Trends (1981-2025)
Comprehensive climate analysis across 12 districts in Himachal Pradesh, India
Himachal Pradesh Climate Overview
Himachal Pradesh, India has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C, approximately 987mm of rainfall per year, and average humidity of 53%. Temperatures range from -25.6°C in Lahul & Spiti to 45.1°C in Hamirpur. This page covers 45 years of historical climate data (1981–2025) across all 12 districts, sourced from NASA POWER — with monthly charts, yearly trends, and a full district comparison table.
These charts show monthly temperature and rainfall patterns for Himachal Pradesh, averaged across all 12 districts and 45 years of data. Use them to understand seasonal shifts — when monsoon arrives, which months are hottest, and how humidity peaks align with rainfall.
📈Long-term Climate Trends in Himachal Pradesh (1981-2025)
🌍Climate Change and Historical Weather Trends
This chart tracks how Himachal Pradesh's climate has changed from 1981 to 2025. Switch between Temperature, Rainfall, and Humidity tabs to spot long-term trends. Use the year range buttons to zoom into recent decades or view the full 45-year picture.
🌡️Yearly Temperature Trends(2016–2025)
Annual temp trends · 1981–2025 · °C
🗺️Climate Diversity Across Himachal Pradesh
Across its 12 districts, Himachal Pradesh has significant climate variation. Lahul & Spiti is the coolest district with average lows of -25.6°C, while Hamirpur reaches average highs of 45.1°C. Sirmaur is the wettest district at 3.4 mm/day. These differences are driven by altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geography.
Coldest District
Lahul & Spiti
-25.6°C min
Hottest District
Hamirpur
45.1°C max
Wettest District
Sirmaur
3.4 mm/day
📍Weather Data for All 12 Districts in Himachal Pradesh
Click any district to view its full 45-year weather history — monthly patterns, yearly trends, and extreme records. Use search to find a specific district quickly.
The average annual temperature in Himachal Pradesh is 16.2°C based on 45 years of historical climate data from 1981 to 2025. Temperatures vary significantly across the state's 12 districts, ranging from an average minimum of -4.0°C to an average maximum of 35.8°C.
Hamirpur is the hottest district in Himachal Pradesh, with an average maximum temperature of 45.1°C and an average annual temperature of 24.0°C. This makes it one of the warmest areas in the state throughout the year.
Lahul & Spiti is the coldest district in Himachal Pradesh, with an average minimum temperature of -25.6°C and an average annual temperature of -0.2°C. Winter temperatures in this district can drop significantly below the state average.
Himachal Pradesh receives an average of 2.7 mm/day of rainfall, which translates to approximately 987 mm annually. Rainfall varies considerably across districts, with Sirmaur being the wettest at 3.4 mm/day and Kinnaur being the driest at 1.9 mm/day.
Sirmaur receives the highest rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, averaging 3.4 mm/day or approximately 1238 mm per year. This district experiences significantly more precipitation compared to the state average, making it ideal for water-intensive agriculture.
The average relative humidity in Himachal Pradesh is 52.7%. Humidity levels vary across the state, with Lahul & Spiti having the highest average humidity at 70.1% and Hamirpur having the lowest at 44.8%. These variations affect local climate comfort and agricultural practices.
This comprehensive weather dataset covers all 12 districts in Himachal Pradesh. Each district's climate data has been collected from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources) and includes 45 years of historical records from 1981 to 2025. The state-level statistics presented are calculated by averaging data across all districts.
All weather and climate data for Himachal Pradesh is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), which provides reliable meteorological data from NASA research. The data is based on the MERRA-2 Reanalysis with a spatial resolution of 0.5° x 0.625° and covers the period from 1981 to 2025. This ensures high-quality, scientifically validated climate information aggregated across all 12 districts in the state.
This comprehensive weather history can help farmers and agricultural planners in Himachal Pradesh make informed decisions about crop selection, planting schedules, and irrigation planning. The data shows that Sirmaur receives the most rainfall (3.4 mm/day), making it suitable for water-intensive crops, while Kinnaur receives less rainfall (1.9 mm/day) and may require more irrigation. Temperature variations across districts help determine suitable growing seasons for different crops. The 45-year dataset also helps identify long-term climate trends that may require adaptation in farming practices.
Himachal Pradesh shows significant climate diversity across its 12 districts. Temperature varies from -25.6°C in Lahul & Spiti to 45.1°C in Hamirpur. Rainfall patterns range from 1.9 mm/day in Kinnaur to 3.4 mm/day in Sirmaur. This diversity is influenced by factors such as altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geographical features, creating distinct microclimates within the state.
📚 Data Source & Methodology
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing satellite-derived meteorological data used globally by researchers and agricultural planners. State-level figures are calculated by averaging data across all 12 districts in Himachal Pradesh.