IMD’s Weather Report for Shillong
Here’s the latest weather scoop from the India Meteorological Department for Shillong as of May 5, 2025. Expect the day’s maximum temperature to hit 25.0 degrees and the minimum to hover around 14.0 degrees. With the Air Quality Index pegging at 154, the air is not in its best shape, so you might want to take precautions if needed. The skies will be playing hide and seek with some clouds and haze. A Yellow alert has been issued today due to expectations of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and squall.
Stick around for more about today’s weather, current temperatures, and a peek into the 7-day forecast for Shillong:
- 🌅 Sunrise: 04:43
- 🌄 Sunset: 17:55
- 🌙 Moonrise: 11:42
- 🌑 Moonset: 00:31
Weather Snapshot: Shillong in Focus
- Maximum Temperature Recorded Yesterday: 22.5°C (Slightly cooler, by 0.1°C than usual)
- Minimum Temperature Today: 14.0°C
- Rainfall in Last 24 Hours: None
Air Quality Status in Shillong
The Air Quality Index sits at 154—classified as “Unhealthy“. PM25 is the main culprit causing this situation.
It’s a good idea for everyone to be cautious as health effects are possible, and those in sensitive groups might feel it more.
Upcoming Week’s Weather and Air Quality Forecast for Shillong – Shillong
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather | AQI (PM2.5) | AQI Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-05 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Partly cloudy sky with haze | 154 | Unhealthy |
| 2025-05-06 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Partly cloudy sky with haze | 135 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-05-07 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Overcast sky | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-05-08 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Partly cloudy sky with haze | 140 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-05-09 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Partly cloudy sky with haze | 142 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-05-10 | 25.0 | 14.0 | Partly cloudy sky with haze | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
Alerts and Warnings for Shillong – Shillong
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-04 | Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-05 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-06 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-07 | Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-08 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
Shillong – Shillong Weather: FAQs
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.
Stay tuned for more updates on the weather in – Shillong.