Chennai Weather Update: What to Expect This Week
Latest forecast trends, temperature swings, and rain chances for Chennai residents planning their week ahead.
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Chennai Weather Today
Overcast
Current Weather in Chennai
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26°
Feels like 31°C
Today's weather in Chennai is 26°C with overcast conditions. The temperature may range between 26°C and 34°C. Humidity is at 90% and the air quality index reads 32 (Good). There's a fair chance of rain — worth checking before you head out. Tomorrow's forecast shows a high of 33°C and low of 25°C, with a 75% chance of rain. Chennai has a tropical wet-and-dry climate with hot summers and a distinct northeast monsoon season. The northeast monsoon (October–December) brings most of Chennai's rainfall. Summer heat can be intense before the rains arrive. Coastal Chennai stays humid most of the year. Areas like Tambaram, OMR, and nearby Tiruvallur may see slightly different rain patterns. Scroll down for hourly updates, the 10-day forecast, Chennai AQI details, rain prediction, and an interactive weather map.
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 26°
- Sunrise
- 11:25 AM
- Sunset
- 12:04 AM
- Wind
- 7 km/h W
- Humidity
- 90%
- Rain Chances
- 60%
- Visibility
- 10 km
Hourly Weather Forecast — Chennai
Chennai Weather Tomorrow
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Tomorrow's Outlook
Moderate drizzle
33°25°
- Rain Chances
- 75%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
- UV Index
- 4.95
Chennai 10 Day Weather Forecast
Chennai weather forecast for the next 7 days — temperature, rain and wind updates.
Today
⛈️Thunderstorm
34°26°
- Rain
- 78%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
Fri
🌦️Moderate drizzle
33°25°
- Rain
- 75%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
Sat
🌦️Light drizzle
34°26°
- Rain
- 64%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
Sun
🌦️Light drizzle
34°26°
- Rain
- 76%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Mon
🌦️Dense drizzle
34°26°
- Rain
- 80%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Tue
🌧️Slight rain showers
34°25°
- Rain
- 70%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
Wed
🌦️Light drizzle
33°25°
- Rain
- 58%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Chennai Rain Forecast
Rain prediction and shower timing for Chennai — updated with the latest forecast.
Today's Rain Chances
78%
Keep an umbrella handy if you're stepping out.
Tomorrow's Rain Forecast
75%
🌦️ Moderate drizzle expected
Hours with highest rain chance
5:30 AM: 60%6:30 AM: 68%7:30 AM: 71%8:30 AM: 65%9:30 AM: 54%10:30 AM: 43%
Chennai AQI Today
Live air quality index, PM2.5, PM10 and pollution levels for Chennai. View full AQI report →
Air Quality Index
32
Good
Primary pollutant: CO
PM2.5
22
µg/m³
PM10
33
µg/m³
NO₂
34
µg/m³
SO₂
13
µg/m³
Ozone
28
µg/m³
CO
424
µg/m³
Health advice: Air quality is satisfactory. Ideal for outdoor activities.
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Weather Highlights — Chennai
UV index, humidity, pressure, wind, cloud cover and more for today.
UV Index
7.8
Humidity
90%
Pressure
1006 hPa
Wind
7 km/h
Cloud Cover
84%
Moon Phase
Waning Gibbous
Visibility
10 km
Dew Point
24°C
Chennai Weather Charts
Temperature forecast, rain prediction, wind trends and pollution levels — weather updates at a glance.
Temperature
Rain Chance
Wind Speed
AQI · 32
Nearby Weather — Chennai
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Read more →Weekend Weather Outlook for Chennai
Will it rain this weekend? Check the 7-day forecast, wind conditions, and UV index before making plans.
Read more →Frequently Asked Questions — Chennai Weather
Common weather questions about Chennai
What is the weather today in Chennai?
Right now in Chennai, it's 26°C with overcast conditions. Today's high is expected around 34°C and the low around 26°C. Humidity is 90%.
Chennai weather tomorrow — what to expect?
Chennai weather tomorrow: moderate drizzle, high 33°C, low 25°C. Rain chance is 75%.
What is the rain forecast for Chennai?
Today's rain chance in Chennai is 78%. Tomorrow shows 75% probability of rain.
Will it rain tomorrow in Chennai?
Tomorrow in Chennai, there's a 75% chance of rain. Expect moderate drizzle with a high of 33°C and low of 25°C.
What is the AQI level in Chennai today?
The air quality index in Chennai today is 32, rated as Good. The main pollutant is CO. PM2.5 levels are at 22 µg/m³. Air quality is satisfactory. Ideal for outdoor activities.
What is the temperature in Chennai?
The current temperature in Chennai is 26°C, though it feels like 31°C. Today's range is 26°C to 34°C.
Is today a good day for outdoor activities in Chennai?
Yes, it's a decent day to be outdoors in Chennai. The weather is overcast conditions at 26°C, and air quality is good.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Chennai?
Sunrise in Chennai today is at 11:25 AM and sunset at 12:04 AM.
What is the 10-day weather forecast for Chennai?
Over the next 7 days, Chennai will see highs between 25°C and 34°C. Check the 10-day forecast section above for day-by-day details including rain chances and wind.