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Weather in Chennai for May 2026

Your guide to Chennai weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Chennai has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 33.3 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.3 °C).

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Chennai predicts a temperature of 35.5 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Chennai at the beginning of May is 34.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 35.3 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Chennai in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 34.9 mm of precipitation.

Average dry days
20
Dry days
Average rainy days
11
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
33°/28°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
27 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
67 %
Avg humidity

Chennai Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Sunny
35°
2
Sunny
35°
3
Sunny
35°
4
Sunny
34°
5
Patchy rain possible
34°
6
Sunny
33°
7
Patchy rain possible
33°
8
Patchy light rain with thunder
32°
9
Patchy rain possible
32°
10
Patchy rain possible
32°
11
Patchy rain possible
31°
12
Sunny
32°
13
Sunny
33°
14
Sunny
33°
15
Sunny
36°
16
Sunny
34°
17
Sunny
34°
18
Sunny
37°
19
Sunny
39°
20
Sunny
38°
21
Sunny
38°
22
Sunny
39°
23
Sunny
37°
24
Patchy rain possible
36°
25
Partly cloudy
34°
26
Heavy rain at times
36°
27
Sunny
36°
28
Sunny
36°
29
Sunny
35°
30
Sunny
35°
31
Sunny
35°

Temperatures trend during May in Chennai

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Chennai day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /28° 0.1 mm 9
2 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /28° 0 mm 9
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /28° 0 mm 10
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 34° /27° 6.1 mm 9
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 34° /28° 0.1 mm 9
6 May Sunny
Sunny
 33° /28° 0.9 mm 8
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /28° 0.8 mm 9
8 May Patchy light rain with thunder
Patchy light rain with thunder
 32° /27° 5 mm 8
9 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /27° 3.2 mm 8
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /27° 1.3 mm 8
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /28° 0.3 mm 11.8
12 May Sunny
Sunny
 32° /28° 0 mm 11.4
13 May Sunny
Sunny
 33° /28° 0.1 mm 10.8
14 May Sunny
Sunny
 33° /29° 0 mm 9.2
15 May Sunny
Sunny
 36° /29° 0 mm 9.9
16 May Sunny
Sunny
 34° /29° 0 mm 8
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 34° /30° 0 mm 8
18 May Sunny
Sunny
 37° /30° 0 mm 8
19 May Sunny
Sunny
 39° /31° 0 mm 8
20 May Sunny
Sunny
 38° /32° 0 mm 8
21 May Sunny
Sunny
 38° /32° 0 mm 8
22 May Sunny
Sunny
 39° /32° 0 mm 8
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 37° /31° 0 mm 8
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 36° /30° 0.6 mm 7
25 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 34° /29° 0.1 mm 8
26 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 36° /29° 0.5 mm 8
27 May Sunny
Sunny
 36° /28° 1.1 mm 8
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 36° /29° 0.8 mm 8
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /29° 0 mm 8
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /28° 0 mm 8
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 35° /29° 0.1 mm 8
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Chennai in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Chennai forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Chennai in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chennai during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 33° and lows near 28°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Chennai during May?

In May, Chennai can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 34.9 mm across approximately 11 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.

What are the typical wind conditions in Chennai during May?

The average wind speed in Chennai during May is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Chennai

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Chennais May weather 💧
Typically, Chennai has 11 rainy days in May with a total of 34.9 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Chennai during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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