Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 17 July 2026: Expect Overcast Skies and Humid Conditions, High of 38°C
Chennai weather today, Friday, 17 July 2026, will be dominated by overcast skies and high humidity. The temperature will peak at 38°C, feeling like 35°C due to 82% humidity. Light drizzle is forecast for the early afternoon.
Chennai residents can expect an overcast and humid day on Friday, 17 July 2026, with temperatures reaching a high of 38°C. The actual temperature will hover around 29°C, but a significant humidity level of 82% will make it feel much warmer, up to 35°C, for much of the day. The city will experience breezy conditions with winds around 13 km/h throughout the morning, gradually decreasing slightly in the afternoon.
| Current Weather in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Friday, 17 July 2026 | ||
Temperature 29°C | Feels Like 35°C | High 38°C |
Low 29°C | Conditions Overcast | Humidity 82% |
Wind Speed 13 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Chennai — Friday, 17 July 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 0% | 13 km/h |
| 02:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 0% | 12 km/h |
| 04:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 3% | 10 km/h |
| 06:00 | 30°C | Overcast | 4% | 10 km/h |
| 08:00 | 33°C | Overcast | 2% | 11 km/h |
| 10:00 | 34°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | 12 km/h |
| 12:00 | 36°C | Overcast | 14% | 15 km/h |
| 14:00 | 36°C | Light drizzle | 51% | 12 km/h |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
As the day progresses, the chance of rain will increase, particularly in the early afternoon. By 14:00, there is a 51% chance of light drizzle. While overnight and early morning hours will remain dry, scattered showers are possible later in the day. The low temperature for the night is predicted to be around 29°C.
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