Weather atlas / The seasons
Climate in Chennai
Chennai experiences a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. Temperatures range from a mild 25 degrees Celsius in the cooler months to over 35 degrees Celsius in the summer. Expect high humidity and heavy monsoon rains during the wet season.
Temperature in °C · Rainfall in mm · Monthly climate averages
Temperature
Precipitation
Monthly Averages
Monthly detail · Scroll the table to see all measurements →
| Month | High °C | Avg °C | Low °C | Rain | Days | Sun (h) | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 33° | 31° | 30° | 0mm | 1 |
All-time Records
Record High35.7°CMay
Record Low29.5°CMay
Driest Month0mmMay
Sunniest MonthhMay