Shamshi, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Shamshi is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 8,870. Elevation: 4,039 ft (1,231 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

8,870 Population 9/sq mi density

4,039 ft Elevation 1,231 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

57.0 in Annual Rain

Asia / Kolkata Timezone

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People

Population8,870

Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

Rain57.0 in/yr

Elevation4,039 ft (1,231 m)

Population	8,870
Population Density	9 / sq mi
Elevation	4,039 ft (1,231 m)
Coordinates	31.8664°, 77.1472°
Timezone	Asia/Kolkata
Country	🇮🇳 India
State / Province	Himachal Pradesh
Average Temperature	58°F (15°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	57.0 inches (1,448 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shamshi

Shamshi is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 8,870. The city sits at an elevation of 4,039 feet (1,231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Shamshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,039 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	58.3°F
	8% above India avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation	4,039 ft (1,231 m)
Area	973.4 sq mi (2,521.0 km²)
Population Density	9/sq mi
Coordinates	31.8664°N, 77.1472°E
Timezone	Asia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"

50% above India avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jul) 12.17"

Driest Month (Nov) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011	41 km S of Padam, India	M5.1	139 km
Mar 13, 2025	50 km SSW of Padam, India	M5.1	139 km
Feb 9, 2012	20 km NNE of Barkot, India	M5.1	146 km
Jul 9, 2013	111 km ENE of Man?li, India	M5.0	140 km
Feb 26, 2020	47 km NNE of Chamba, India	M5.0	149 km
May 28, 2010	10 km SE of Rohru, India	M5.0	105 km
Apr 4, 2024	33 km S of Padam, India	M5.0	148 km
Jun 4, 2013	41 km WNW of Kyelang, India	M4.9	103 km
Aug 21, 2014	15 km NE of Dharamsala, India	M4.9	85 km
Jan 20, 1991	16 km SE of Banj?r, India	M4.9	48 km
Oct 8, 2012	71 km ENE of Sar?han, India	M4.9	123 km
Mar 24, 1995	4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India	M4.9	133 km
Oct 2, 2012	38 km WSW of Kyelang, India	M4.8	83 km
Jul 4, 2005	25 km NE of Chamba, India	M4.8	124 km
Feb 28, 2005	37 km W of Kyelang, India	M4.8	89 km
Jun 17, 2000	83 km NE of Sar?han, India	M4.8	123 km
Apr 14, 2005	21 km E of Chamba, India	M4.8	108 km
Oct 14, 2001	5 km W of Chamba, India	M4.8	128 km
Mar 5, 2003	78 km E of Sar?han, India	M4.7	145 km
Aug 31, 2000	79 km NE of Sar?han, India	M4.7	120 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1905	KANGRA, INDIA	Earthquake	-	19,000	84 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	4.1 in	Coldest
February	45°F (7°C)	3.9 in
March	53°F (11°C)	5.0 in
April	61°F (16°C)	3.3 in
May	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
June	71°F (22°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
July	69°F (21°C)	12.2 in	Wettest
August	68°F (20°C)	10.0 in
September	66°F (19°C)	5.9 in
October	60°F (16°C)	1.7 in
November	52°F (11°C)	0.9 in	Driest
December	46°F (8°C)	2.0 in

Shamshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and November the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Shamshi

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Urusvati Folk & Art Museum

Libraries in Shamshi

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Book Nook		0.0

Farmers Markets in Shamshi

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bhuntar Market
Vegetable Market

Hotels in Shamshi

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flight View

Hotel Amit

Hotel Malabar

Hotel Sandhya Palace

JJ Resort

OYO 39401 River West Cottage

Restaurants in Shamshi

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karan

Mamu's Dhaba

Clinics in Shamshi

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deepak Clinic

Homoeo Health Centre

Krishna Clinic

Pehal Clinic

Pehal Nursing Home

Roshan Clinic

Bus Stations in Shamshi

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhuntar Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Shamshi

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Indian oil

Stadiums & Teams in Shamshi

Team	League	Division

Airports Near Shamshi

1 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Kullu Manali Airport	KUU	Medium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shamshi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Gurudwara

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Waterfalls

Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterfalls Near Shamshi

2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Shamshi.

Name	Description
Falls
Falls

Quick Facts

Timezone

Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital	New Delhi
Population	1,352,617,328
Area	3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD)	$3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita	$2,530
HDI	0.644
Life expectancy	72.0 years
Internet users	55.9%
Urban population	35.1%
Currency	INR (Rupee)
Languages	English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code	+91
TLD	.in
Driving side	left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shamshi

What is the population of Shamshi?

Shamshi has a population of 8,870 residents and is located in India. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 973.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shamshi?

Shamshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.

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