Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Saturday, 17 October 2026: Expect Moderate Drizzle and High Humidity, High of 31°C
Chennai's weather on Saturday, 17 October 2026, will be dominated by moderate drizzle and a significant humidity level of 99%. The temperature will feel like 31°C, with a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C. Showers are expected to become more pronounced in the afternoon.
Chennai residents can expect a damp Saturday, October 17, 2026, as moderate drizzle is forecast throughout the day, accompanied by a very high humidity of 99%. The temperature will hover around 25°C, feeling warmer at 31°C, with the day's peak reaching 31°C. Early morning hours will see consistent drizzle, with a 46% chance of rain around midnight, gradually decreasing to light drizzle by 6 AM.
| Current Weather in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Saturday, 17 October 2026 | ||
Temperature 25°C | Feels Like 31°C | High 31°C |
Low 25°C | Conditions Moderate drizzle | Humidity 99% |
Wind Speed 7 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Chennai — Saturday, 17 October 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 25°C | Moderate drizzle | 46% | 6 km/h |
| 02:00 | 25°C | Overcast | 39% | 5 km/h |
| 04:00 | 25°C | Overcast | 18% | 7 km/h |
| 06:00 | 25°C | Light drizzle | 6% | 7 km/h |
| 08:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 10% | 7 km/h |
| 10:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 33% | 3 km/h |
| 12:00 | 31°C | Light drizzle | 61% | 7 km/h |
| 14:00 | 28°C | Slight rain showers | 86% | 6 km/h |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The drizzle is set to intensify significantly by midday, with a 61% chance of rain at noon and increasing to slight rain showers with an 86% chance of precipitation by 2 PM. This persistent moisture, combined with the high humidity, will make for a muggy experience. While wind speeds are expected to remain gentle, averaging around 7 km/h, the prevailing overcast conditions and consistent light rain are characteristic of the ongoing northeast monsoon.
The forecast suggests that attendees of any outdoor events today should be prepared for wet conditions and carry umbrellas, especially in the afternoon when showers are expected to be more pronounced. The chance of rain remains high throughout the day.
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