Shillong in July
Meghalaya, India
Skip — Cherrapunji-Shillong road closes for landslides 4–8 days/month Jun–Aug; Police Bazaar floods, Elephant Falls is unreachable in heavy rain. Better window: October–April, peak Oct–Nov for autumn clarity.
July is peak monsoon — 500mm+ rainfall. Cherrapunji/Mawsynram nearby break rainfall records. Roads frequently blocked.
The July story
Avoid July unless you specifically want to experience extreme monsoon. Urban Shillong still functions but anything outside city is risky.
Why July scores 2.0/10
Weather
Peak monsoon. 16-22°C. Very heavy rain. Landslide risk.
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Road-dependent travellers
- ✗Outdoor explorers
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6.0/10 | Cool 4-15°C. Clear skies, low tourists. Cherry Blossom afterglow. Live music scene year-round. |
| February | 6.0/10 | Cool 5-16°C. Pre-spring. Clear views of hills. Quiet month. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Warming 8-20°C. Spring flowers begin. Pleasant weather. Good trekking month. |
| April | 8.0/10 | Pleasant 10-22°C. Peak spring. Best weather. Tourist season begins. |
| May | 6.0/10 | Warm 12-24°C. Pre-monsoon showers begin late May. Still good. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon arrives. 15-22°C. Heavy rain. Waterfalls spectacular but roads risky. |
| Julyviewing | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. 16-22°C. Very heavy rain. Landslide risk. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. 16-22°C. Heavy rain but slightly less than July. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Monsoon retreating. 14-22°C. Rain decreasing. Green everywhere. |
| October | 10.0/10 | Post-monsoon perfection. 10-22°C. Clear skies, green hills, minimal rain. |
| November | 10.0/10 | Cherry Blossom Festival! 8-20°C. Clear weather. Cultural peak. |
| December | 8.0/10 | Cool 5-18°C. Clear weather. Holiday season. Christmas celebrations big here. |
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