Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 21 August 2026: Overcast with Periods of Drizzle, High of 36°C
Chennai's weather on Friday, 21 August 2026, will be dominated by overcast skies and high humidity, reaching 80%. Expect a high temperature of 36°C and a 'feels like' temperature of 33°C. Light drizzle is anticipated in the early morning and potentially again in the afternoon. Light winds will persist throughout the day.
Chennai residents can expect an overcast and humid day on Friday, August 21, 2026, with the temperature reaching a high of 36°C. The air will feel warmer, with a 'feels like' temperature of 33°C, and a substantial 80% humidity. Light drizzle is possible in the early morning hours around 00:00, transitioning to partly cloudy conditions by late morning. Wind speeds will remain light, averaging around 12 km/h throughout the day.
| Current Weather in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Friday, 21 August 2026 | ||
Temperature 28°C | Feels Like 33°C | High 36°C |
Low 27°C | Conditions Overcast | Humidity 80% |
Wind Speed 12 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Chennai — Friday, 21 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 28°C | Light drizzle | 33% | 14 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 39% | 12 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 31% | 9 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Mainly clear | 17% | 9 km/h |
| 08:00 | 32°C | Mainly clear | 2% | 13 km/h |
| 10:00 | 35°C | Mainly clear | 1% | 12 km/h |
| 12:00 | 37°C | Partly cloudy | 10% | 11 km/h |
| 14:00 | 33°C | Light drizzle | 29% | 11 km/h |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The afternoon will see temperatures climb towards the day's peak of 36°C, with partly cloudy skies. A slight chance of light drizzle may return around 14:00, but the overall chance of rain remains moderate. Residents should prepare for muggy conditions, especially during the morning hours when humidity is highest, and the daytime peak when temperatures climb.
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