Normal weather for Chennai in July
It's hot in July in Chennai with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 29°C.
In July, there is an average of 169 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The water temperature at Chennai is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
After some sun? Then July isn’t the best time to be in Chennai. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Chennai in July |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
36°C | 23°C | |
 High Temp |
37°C | 27°C | |
| Low Temp |
35°C | 21°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
169 mm | 52 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
19 days | 9 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 July
The month of July starts in Chennai with hot temperatures, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights close to 29°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-July
By mid-July, the average daytime temperature drops to around 36°C, with nights close to 28°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Chennai will be around 36°C, with nights close to 28°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Temperature records
With 41°C, Chennai hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in July 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 23°C to a high of 32°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in July 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 July in Chennai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July 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 July, you can expect around 19 days of rain in Chennai.
Daily UV Index in July in Chennai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July 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 July in Chennai Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in Chennai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in July in Chennai Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July 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 July for Chennai
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Average Weather in Chennai by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chennai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
