Travel Planning
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Best Time to Visit Chennai

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Chennai, India.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 January 24.8°C 22mm 94
#2 February 25.5°C 5mm 93
#3 March 27.5°C 9mm 89
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 94 Feb 93 Mar 89 Apr 85 May 82 Jun 82 Jul 83 Aug 77 Sep 74 Oct 65 Nov 21 Dec 72
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
29.3°C · 29mm/mo

Spring is hot and relatively dry.

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Summer
30.0°C · 97mm/mo

Summer is hot and wet.

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Autumn
27.4°C · 220mm/mo

Autumn is warm and very wet.

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Winter
25.2°C · 66mm/mo

Winter is warm and relatively dry.

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Monthly Detail Pages

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Chennai?
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By comfort score, January is the best month to visit Chennai (score: 94). Expect average temperatures of 24.8°C and 22mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Chennai?
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November sees the heaviest rainfall in Chennai (338mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Chennai like in summer?
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Summer in Chennai averages 30.0°C with 97mm of rain per month. Expect hot, humid conditions — stay hydrated.

04 What is Chennai like in winter?
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Winter averages 25.2°C with 66mm per month. Conditions remain mild and comfortable.

05 What should I pack for Chennai?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Chennai?
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Peak season falls in January, February, March. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in April, July, May.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01