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Wednesday, 20th May 2026
39°
Patchy rain possible
A scorching day is predicted for Chennai Today with temperatures soaring to a blistering 38 °C and settling to a still-warm 29 °C at night. Strong winds are anticipated in Chennai Today, nearing 41 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 76%, but with light accumulations around 1.13 mm.
39° / 29°
Temp
76%
Rain
41 km/h
Wind
53%
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 | 05:43 | 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 | 18:28 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 30° | 29.9° | 29.9° | 30.1° | 30.8° | 30.8° | Sunrise | 30.6° | 31.9° | 33.5° | 35° | 36.2° | 37.2° | 38.1° | 38.8° | 38.8° | 37.8° | 37° | 35.9° | 33.4° | Sunset | 33.3° | 32.1° | 30° | 29.8° | 29.1° | |
| feels like | 33.8° | 33.6° | 34.1° | 34.5° | 35.1° | 34.5° | 34° | 35.6° | 37.6° | 39.6° | 41.2° | 42.5° | 43.7° | 44.6° | 45.1° | 44.6° | 44° | 43.1° | 39.2° | 38.3° | 36° | 33.5° | 33.8° | 33° | |||
| wind speed | 24 km/h | 21 km/h | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 22 km/h | 24 km/h | 27 km/h | 31 km/h | 31 km/h | 31 km/h | 27 km/h | 25 km/h | 22 km/h | 18 km/h | 11 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 3 km/h | 14 km/h | 20 km/h | 34 km/h | 38 km/h | 40 km/h | 41 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 208° | 213° | 212° | 218° | 232° | 244° | 241° | 245° | 251° | 255° | 257° | 261° | 258° | 255° | 240° | 178° | 155° | 115° | 257° | 271° | 269° | 267° | 263° | 268° | |||
| wind direction | SSW | SSW | SSW | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | W | WSW | WSW | WSW | S | SSE | ESE | WSW | W | W | W | W | W | |||
| Precipitation | 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 | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 0.9 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% | |||
| 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 | 63% | 64% | 66% | 66% | 63% | 59% | 58% | 54% | 49% | 45% | 43% | 40% | 39% | 37% | 38% | 42% | 45% | 49% | 55% | 53% | 54% | 62% | 66% | 70% | |||
| dew point | 22.3° | 22.3° | 23° | 23.2° | 22.8° | 21.9° | 21.6° | 21.5° | 21.4° | 21.4° | 21.5° | 21.5° | 21.5° | 21.5° | 22° | 22.6° | 23.1° | 23.6° | 23.2° | 22.5° | 21.5° | 22° | 22.9° | 23° | |||
| visibility | 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 | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 5 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 20% | 12% | 9% | 8% | 13% | 8% | 7% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 12% | 10% | 6% | 14% | 20% | 28% | 46% | 46% | 88% | 32% | 89% | 7% | 6% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 1 | 2.9 | 5.1 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 7.2 | 8.4 | 6.2 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Chennai today
The weather in Chennai today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 39 °C, compared to an average of 31.5 °C for 20th of May in recent years.
temperatures
39 °C
rain
1.1 mm
wind
41 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 - Wednesday, 20th May 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
High
8 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Excellent
8 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very High
10 / 10
Asthma Risk Index
Moderate
5 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Very Low
0 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Good
6 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Good
7 / 10
Beach & Swimming Conditions
Excellent
9 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Good
6 / 10
Fishing Conditions Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Photography Light Index
Good
7 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Excellent
9 / 10
Construction Work Index
Excellent
9 / 10
Chennai daylight overview ☀️
Today in Chennai, The sun rises at 05:43 and sets at 18:28, giving a total daylight duration of 12 hours and 45 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 39° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Chennai? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 76% 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 41 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Chennai today?
Given the forecast of 39 °C with a 76% 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 05:43 and set at 18:28 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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