Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Saturday, 24 October 2026: Expect Overcast Skies and Persistent Rain, High of 29°C
Chennai's weather on Saturday, 24 October 2026, will be characterised by overcast skies, high humidity at 92%, and a strong likelihood of rain. Temperatures will feel warmer than they are, with a peak 'feels like' of 33°C and a high of 29°C. Residents should be prepared for drizzle and showers throughout the day as broader regional weather patterns suggest a potential cyclone formation later this week.
Chennai residents are advised to prepare for an overcast and damp Saturday, 24 October 2026, as the city experiences consistently high humidity at 92% and a significant chance of rain throughout the day. The temperature will hover around 26°C, but will feel warmer, reaching up to 33°C, with a high of 29°C and a low of 24°C. Light drizzle and showers are expected to be most persistent between 00:00 and 02:00, and again from 12:00 onwards, with the chance of rain peaking at 78% around 14:00.
| Current Weather in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Saturday, 24 October 2026 | ||
Temperature 26°C | Feels Like 33°C | High 29°C |
Low 24°C | Conditions Overcast | Humidity 92% |
Wind Speed 2 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Chennai — Saturday, 24 October 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 26°C | Overcast | 73% | 2 km/h |
| 02:00 | 25°C | Slight rain showers | 76% | 5 km/h |
| 04:00 | 25°C | Light drizzle | 54% | 8 km/h |
| 06:00 | 25°C | Overcast | 37% | 6 km/h |
| 08:00 | 26°C | Light drizzle | 31% | 4 km/h |
| 10:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 30% | 2 km/h |
| 12:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 48% | 6 km/h |
| 14:00 | 29°C | Light drizzle | 78% | 8 km/h |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The current weather patterns are unfolding against a backdrop of growing concern for heavier rainfall in Tamil Nadu, with reports suggesting a cyclone could form as early as October 26. While today's forecast for Chennai indicates overcast conditions with a high of 29°C and a chance of rain nearing 99% across the day, the overall weather system points towards potentially more severe conditions in the coming days.
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