Chennai weather in December (Tamil Nadu, India)

What can you expect from the weather in Chennai during December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Chennai typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Chennai in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 210 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chennai climate page with graphs.

 

Chennai, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 119 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in December

Find out more about the weather in India in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chennai in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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