Chennai weather in July (Tamil Nadu, India)
Curious about the July weather in Chennai? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In July, Chennai generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 35°C, while nights can cool down to about 28°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.
Chennai in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 144 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chennai climate page with graphs.
Chennai, monthly averages in July
Min Temperature
28°C
Max Temperature
35°C
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
76 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
65%
Sunshine
144 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in India in July
Find out more about the weather in India in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Chennai in July?
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 in July.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Chennai.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to India? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in India. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
