Normal weather for Chennai in August
It's hot in August in Chennai with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
In August, there is an average of 368 mm of precipitation, spread over 26 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The water temperature at Chennai is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Chennai. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Chennai in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
35°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
36°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
34°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
368 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
26 days | 10 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Chennai runs from June to November.
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Start of August
The month of August starts in Chennai with hot temperatures, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights close to 28°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 35°C, with nights close to 28°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Chennai will be around 35°C, with nights close to 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Temperature records
With 39°C, Chennai hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 30°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 23°C to a high of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Chennai, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Chennai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Chennai, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 26 days of rain in Chennai.
Daily UV Index in August in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Chennai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Chennai Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Chennai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Chennai Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Chennai, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Chennai
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Average Weather in Chennai by Month
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