Shimla's New Year Snow Hope: IMD Predicts Clear Weather, But Snowfall Not Ruled Out

• Shimla currently enjoys pleasant, clear, and cold weather, with temperatures on December 18 ranging from 11°C to 21°C.
• IMD forecasts mainly clear to partly cloudy weather from December 18-23, with no immediate warnings issued.
• Current maximum temperatures are significantly above normal; Shimla recorded 20.5°C (6° above normal) and Kalpa 17.3°C (8° above normal).
• Despite clear forecasts, snowfall in higher altitudes due to dropping night temperatures and cold winds is still a possibility.
• Tourists are flocking to Shimla, boosting hotel bookings, hoping for New Year snowfall to enhance celebrations and tourism.

Why It Matters: Shimla sees clear weather now, but New Year snowfall hopes persist for tourists and tourism.