Chennai Weather: IMD Predicts Light To Moderate Rainfall; Check Temperatures, Humidity & More

Chennai: The capital city is known as the Gateway to South India, and usually experiences hot and humid weather conditions during the summer and early monsoon months.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted cloudy skies across Tamil Nadu over the next few days. On Sunday, the capital city woke up at 05: 55 AM and the sun is likely to set at 6: 35 PM. Today, the minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to be around 26 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 84 per cent.

Thunderstorm and lightning with Light to Moderate Rain is likely at isolated places over Thiruvallur, Tirupathur, Vellore and Ranipet districts of Tamilnadu. pic.twitter.com/5wExjPIqqW

— IMD-Tamilnadu Weather (@ChennaiRmc) August 23, 2025

Today's weather

The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) has predicted light rainfall in districts, including Western Ghats, Puducherry, Karaikal, Nilgiris, Tenkasi, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli, Theni, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Ariyalur, and Perambalur, until the weekend. The skies are expected to be cloudy, and it will remain the same throughout the day. The weather department has issued a yellow alert in these regions.

Weather tips

If you're planning to go outdoors, it's advisable to stay hydrated and wear light, breathable clothing. Keeping an umbrella handy could help in case of sudden rain spells. It's also a good idea to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours when the heat and humidity are at their highest.

CHIEF AMOUNT OF RAINFALL (IN CENTIMETERS) FOR TAMILNADU, PUDUCHERRY
AND KARAIKAL [FROM 08:30 IST OF 23.08.2025 TO 08:30 IST OF 24.08.2025]https://t.co/2G1wBpBuPm pic.twitter.com/e71pPRDeLA

— IMD-Tamilnadu Weather (@ChennaiRmc) August 24, 2025

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About the Southwest monsoon

The Southwest Monsoon is a seasonal wind shift that brings heavy rainfall to South Asia, particularly India, from June to September. It is the monsoon period in India. The monsoon is characterised by a reversed wind pattern. During this time, winds usually blow from land to sea and from sea to land, bringing moisture and rainfall.