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 high | 35°C / 94°F | 🔥 sweltering |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 26°C / 79°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 39°C / 102°F | |
| Rainfall | 9 mm / 0.4 in | ☀️ dry |
| Rainy days | 3 days | |
| Humidity | 74% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 24°C / 75°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.2 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | |
| Wind | 18 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.