Shimoga district

Province · Karnataka, 🇮🇳 India

Population 1,752,753

Area 8,476 km²

Time zone Asia/Kolkata

Official website shimoga.nic.in

Shimoga district

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Shimoga's Unmissable Gems

Shimoga, the gateway to the Malnad region, encompasses diverse landscapes from the Western Ghats to the Sharavati River basin. This selection features Jog Falls, one of India's highest waterfalls, and the 16th-century Nagara Fort built by the Keladi Nayakas. Wildlife enthusiasts can explore the Tavarekoppa Lion Safari, while the 7th-century Humcha Jain Temple offers insight into the region's spiritual history. The list also includes key viewpoints and the central market, showcasing the area's blend of natural landmarks and historical architecture.

Shimoga district — Map

Shimoga district — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, December

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Typical weather in January

Great

28° · extremes 13°–31°
16° at night
1 rainy day
26 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in February

Great

31° · extremes 14°–35°
17° at night
1 rainy day
25 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in March

Poor

34° (feels like 35°) · extremes 17°–37°
20° at night
2 rainy days
26 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 11 · extreme

Up to 12 days above 35°

Typical weather in April

Poor

35° (feels like 37°) · extremes 20°–38°
22° at night
7 rainy days
19 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 11 · extreme

Up to 13 days above 35°

Typical weather in May

Poor

32° (feels like 34°) · extremes 21°–37°
23° at night
16 rainy days
13 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 10 · very high

Up to 6 days above 35°

Typical weather in June

Poor

27° (feels like 28°) · extremes 20°–31°
22° at night
28 rainy days
1 sunny day
4 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor

26° · extremes 20°–27°
21° at night
31 rainy days
0 sunny days
2 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Poor

26° (feels like 27°) · extremes 20°–28°
21° at night
30 rainy days
0 sunny days
3 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor

26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 19°–28°
21° at night
25 rainy days
4 sunny days
5 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in October

Fair

27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 17°–30°
20° at night
19 rainy days
8 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in November

Great

27° (feels like 28°) · extremes 14°–30°
18° at night
7 rainy days
15 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in December

Great

27° · extremes 12°–30°
16° at night
2 rainy days
22 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Comfortable humidity
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Indian Rupee INR ₹ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers: 112
Electricity: Type C / Type D
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: English, Hindi
Tap water: Not safe to drink
Driving side: Left
Calling code: +91

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