Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Thursday, 27 August 2026: Light Drizzle and High Humidity, High of 35°C
Chennai's weather forecast for Thursday, 27 August 2026, indicates a day marked by light drizzle and significant humidity, reaching 86%. The peak temperature is expected to hit 35°C, with a 'feels like' temperature of 32°C. Residents should anticipate intermittent showers throughout the day, with the chance of rain at 69%.
Chennai residents can expect a day of light drizzle and high humidity on Thursday, 27 August 2026. The current temperature is 27°C, feeling warmer at 32°C due to significant humidity of 86%. The day's high is projected to be 35°C, with a low of 27°C. While early morning hours will see moderate drizzle and a 37% chance of rain starting at midnight, conditions are expected to transition to overcast skies by 6 AM with minimal rain probability. The chance of rain remains low throughout the late morning and early afternoon, picking up slightly by 2 PM with a 12% chance. Mumbai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Thursday, 27 August 2026: Expect Light Drizzle and High Humidity, High of 29°C.
| Current Weather in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — Thursday, 27 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
27°C |
Feels Like
32°C |
High
35°C |
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Low
27°C |
Conditions
Light drizzle |
Humidity
86% |
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Wind Speed
7 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Chennai — Thursday, 27 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Moderate drizzle | 37% | 10 km/h |
| 02:00 | 26°C | Partly cloudy | 33% | 12 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 16% | 11 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 4% | 11 km/h |
| 08:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 0% | 11 km/h |
| 10:00 | 31°C | Overcast | 0% | 11 km/h |
| 12:00 | 34°C | Overcast | 3% | 15 km/h |
| 14:00 | 35°C | Overcast | 12% | 10 km/h |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The wind speed will remain gentle, averaging around 7 km/h today, with a maximum observed speed of 18 km/h. Despite the overall light drizzle forecast, the combined effect of heat and humidity will make the 'feels like' temperature notably higher. The overall chance of rain for the day stands at 69%. With outdoor events, including ongoing cricket matches, residents and attendees should be prepared for humid conditions and intermittent light showers.
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