Chennai weather in April

April in Chennai: sweltering, dry — a good time to visit.

#4 of 12 months in Chennai · #503 of 604 destinations to visit in April · comfort 66/100 (tier C)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Chennai climate normals — April

Daytime high35°C / 94°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low26°C / 79°F
Feels like (high)39°C / 102°F
Rainfall9 mm / 0.4 in☀️ dry
Rainy days3 days
Humidity74%💧 humid
Dew point24°C / 75°F
Sunshine11.2 h/day
Daylight12.4 h
Wind18 km/h / 11 mph
Air quality (US AQI)64🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Chennai in April — FAQ

Is April a good time to visit Chennai?
April in Chennai: sweltering, dry — a good time to visit. It ranks #4 of 12 months for Chennai on SeasonMap's comfort score (66/100).
What is the weather like in Chennai in April?
In April, Chennai averages a daily high of 34.6°C and a low of 26.1°C, with about 9.3 mm of rain over roughly 2.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Chennai in April?
Chennai has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 64 in April.

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