Chennai Weather: City To Experience Thundershowers With Gusty Winds On Friday; Check More Details

Chennai: The city woke up at 05: 43 AM and the sun is likely to set at 6: 27 PM on Friday, May 16, 2025. Today, the minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to be around 29 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 72 per cent and the wind is expected to blow steadily from the South at 13 km/h.

Rainfall is predicted in Tamil Nadu

According to the IMD, numerous parts of Tamil Nadu are set to witness significant rainfall for three consecutive days. Meanwhile, Chennai will experience light rainfall, and the sky will remain clear. The Regional Meteorological Department predicted scattered rainfall in isolated regions of Tamil Nadu.

The temperatures are also likely to fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius. The rainfall is likely due to a cyclonic circulation over the Southeast Bay of Bengal and the adjoining South Andaman Sea.

Today's AQI in the city

The Air Quality Index is expected to be at 97 which indicates moderate AQI in the city and its adjoining areas. Some people who are less sensitive to air pollution may also have problems. Sensitive people may face more problems. The higher the AQI, the higher the level of air pollution and the greater the health concern. An AQI of 50 or less indicates good air quality, while an AQI of more than 300 indicates hazardous air quality.

When is the monsoon expected in Chennai?

The monsoon is expected to arrive in Chennai between June 1 and June 5, 2025. This means that Chennai can expect the first rains of the Southwest monsoon around that time.

Weather forecast for May 17

According to the Regional Meteorological Department (RMC), the minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to range between 29 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius, respectively. Skies are expected to be cloudy, and it will remain the same throughout the day.