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Tuesday, 21st July 2026
35°
Partly cloudy
Feels like 38° · Low 29°
Today, Chennai is set to face a notably hot day, with temperatures spiking up to 34 °C and offering slight relief at 28 °C by night. It'll be quite breezy in Chennai Today with average wind speeds of 21 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 0.81 mm expected.
35° / 29°
Temp
39%
Rain
21 km/h
Wind
63%
Humidity
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Chennai hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 05:51 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 18:38 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 29.5° | 29.2° | 29° | 29° | 28.9° | 28.8° | Sunrise | 29.1° | 28.2° | 31.1° | 32.1° | 33.2° | 34.2° | 34.9° | 34.5° | 32.4° | 30.2° | 30.1° | 29.7° | 29.7° | Sunset | 29.6° | 29.7° | 29.8° | 29.5° | 29.3° | |
| feels like | 33.9° | 33.6° | 33.2° | 33° | 32.8° | 32.4° | 31.9° | 34.4° | 33.2° | 34.3° | 35.6° | 37° | 38° | 38.2° | 36.2° | 34° | 34.3° | 34.1° | 34.2° | 34.1° | 34° | 34.4° | 34.5° | 34.6° | |||
| wind speed | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 19 km/h | 19 km/h | 17 km/h | 13 km/h | 5 km/h | 8 km/h | 21 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 21 km/h | 18 km/h | 15 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 192° | 210° | 227° | 239° | 245° | 254° | 259° | 264° | 271° | 276° | 281° | 280° | 275° | 130° | 119° | 113° | 124° | 131° | 137° | 147° | 154° | 173° | 189° | 187° | |||
| wind direction | SSW | SSW | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | W | W | W | W | WNW | W | W | SE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | SE | SSE | SSE | S | S | S | |||
| Precipitation | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 23% | 8% | 30% | 27% | 19% | 22% | 17% | 4% | 4% | 3% | 3% | 2% | 2% | 4% | 5% | 8% | 13% | 13% | 12% | 12% | 11% | 9% | 18% | 13% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 70% | 72% | 72% | 71% | 72% | 70% | 64% | 89% | 52% | 49% | 46% | 44% | 43% | 46% | 54% | 63% | 66% | 69% | 69% | 70% | 68% | 70% | 73% | 75% | |||
| dew point | 23.5° | 23.6° | 23.5° | 23.3° | 23.3° | 22.8° | 21.7° | 20.4° | 20.1° | 20.1° | 20.1° | 20.3° | 20.5° | 21.2° | 21.9° | 22.4° | 23.1° | 23.4° | 23.5° | 23.5° | 23.3° | 23.6° | 24.2° | 24.5° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 3.5 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 85% | 28% | 81% | 86% | 84% | 70% | 86% | 75% | 31% | 29% | 27% | 28% | 28% | 45% | 48% | 56% | 82% | 77% | 72% | 66% | 68% | 44% | 74% | 61% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 1 | 2.8 | 5.5 | 8.2 | 10.1 | 10.1 | 8.5 | 3.4 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Chennai today
The weather in Chennai today is expected to be slightly warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 35 °C, compared to an average of 32.7 °C for 21st of July in recent years.
temperatures
35 °C
rain
0.8 mm
wind
21 km/h
UV
Very High
Chennai Today Weather Indexes for Outdoor Activities & Health
Live indexes for outdoor activities, pollen allergies, air quality (AQI), UV index and health in Chennai - Tuesday, 21st July 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
Very High
10 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Excellent
8 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very High
10 / 10
Asthma Risk Index
Moderate
5 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Low
3 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Fair
5 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Good
7 / 10
Beach & Swimming Conditions
Excellent
10 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Fishing Conditions Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Photography Light Index
Good
6 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Excellent
8 / 10
Construction Work Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Chennai daylight overview ☀️
Today in Chennai, The sun rises at 05:51 and sets at 18:38, giving a total daylight duration of 12 hours and 47 minutes.
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The weather today in Chennai - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Chennai?
The maximum temperature for today in Chennai is expected to be 35° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Chennai? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 39% chance of rain in Chennai today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Chennai? 🌀
The wind in Chennai is expected to blow at 21 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Chennai today?
Given the forecast of 35 °C with a 39% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Chennai today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Chennai today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:51 and set at 18:38 in Chennai.
How accurate is the weather forecast Chennai today? ✅
Chennai weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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