Chennai weather in February

February in Chennai: hot, dry — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Chennai · #236 of 604 destinations to visit in February · comfort 77/100 (tier B)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Chennai climate normals — February

Daytime high30°C / 86°F🥵 hot
Nighttime low21°C / 70°F
Feels like (high)33°C / 91°F
Rainfall9 mm / 0.4 in☀️ dry
Rainy days1 days
Humidity73%💧 humid
Dew point19°C / 67°F
Sunshine10.5 h/day
Daylight11.7 h
Wind16 km/h / 10 mph
Air quality (US AQI)83🙂 moderate

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

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Chennai in February — FAQ

Is February a good time to visit Chennai?
February in Chennai: hot, dry — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Chennai on SeasonMap's comfort score (77/100).
What is the weather like in Chennai in February?
In February, Chennai averages a daily high of 29.8°C and a low of 21.1°C, with about 9.2 mm of rain over roughly 1.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Chennai in February?
Chennai has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 83 in February.

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