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Weather in Chennai today, September 16, 2026
Chennai looks damp on September 16, 2026, so plan for wet spells during the day. Early travel and outdoor time should assume rain can arrive quickly. The morning sky stays heavily clouded, with cover near 60% around 10:00. Grey conditions set the early tone before any later change.
The temperature range runs from about 26°C up to 34°C. Relative humidity sits between 55% and 85%, reaching its peak around 23:00. Expect gentle winds, highest near 15:00 at 4.1 km/h.
Afternoon showers stay in play, peaking near 48% around 13:00. Skies remain cluttered, with cover about 50% by 12:00. Expect visibility around 16.1 km. The sun rises at 06:01 and sets at 18:04, for a total of 12 hours 3 minutes of sunlight today.
Taken together, Chennai looks wet enough on September 16, 2026 that flexible outdoor plans work best, with temperatures peaking near 34°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Chennai
How warm does it get in Chennai?
The warmest month in Chennai is June, with average high temperatures of 34°C. The average temperature during this period is around 31°C.
How cold does it get in Chennai?
The coldest month in Chennai is January, with average low temperatures of 24°C. The average temperature during this period is around 26°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Chennai?
The wettest month in Chennai is November, with an average of 316mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Chennai?
The driest month in Chennai is February, with an average of 5mm of precipitation.
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