Chennai Weather: City To Experience Light To Moderate Showers With Cloudy Skies; Check Details

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 a mix of rain and scorching heat across Tamil Nadu over the next few days. The city's weather is expected to remain warm and humid, with occasional chances of light rainfall due to the ongoing Southwest Monsoon influence.

On Sunday, the capital city woke up at 05: 53 AM and the sun is likely to set at 6: 38 PM. Today, the minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to be around 28 degrees Celsius and 36 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 59 per cent. The wind is expected to blow at 23 km/h.

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— IMD-Tamilnadu Weather (@ChennaiRmc) July 27, 2025

Today's weather

The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) has predicted rainfall to continue over Tamil Nadu. Other parts of the state will experience light to moderate rainfall and it is likely to be accompanied by thunderstorms. The temperatures are expected to remain above normal, causing discomfort in several regions.

The city may experience gusty winds. Chennai is likely to experience light to moderate rainfall. Meanwhile, rainfall is also predicted in districts, including Western Ghats, Puducherry, Karaikal, Nilgiris, Tenkasi, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli, Theni, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, and Ariyalur until the weekend. The skies are expected to be cloudy and it will remain the same throughout the day.

Cyclonic circulation is influencing the rainfall

The RMC reports that the cyclonic circulation is positioned over southern Odisha and reaches up to 5.8 km above mean sea level, slanting southeast as altitude increases. This system, which originally extended from southern Odisha to northern coastal Andhra Pradesh, is affecting extensive weather patterns throughout Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

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— IMD-Tamilnadu Weather (@ChennaiRmc) July 27, 2025

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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.