Chennai weather in February (Tamil Nadu, India)

Is Chennai a good destination in February, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During February, Chennai is known for its perfect weather, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Chennai in February usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 9.4 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Typically around a single day days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 238 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, February is one of the better months to visit Chennai. 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 February

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 9.4 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 238 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in February

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Chennai.

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