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IndiaThe weather in August in Chennai
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.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Chennai. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Chennai, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2019, Chennai reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 30°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Chennai is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather in August for Chennai
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chennai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Chennai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 368 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 26 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Chennai with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 35°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Chennai is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Chennai, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Chennai
Temperature in August in Chennai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Chennai, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Chennai
Total precipitation in August in Chennai over the years
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.
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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.