How hot is Chennai in April?

Daytime highs in Chennai in April average 34°C (92°F); nights drop to about 26°C.

Does it rain in Chennai in April?

Expect around 2.7 rainy days and 10 mm of rainfall in April.

Is April a good time to visit Chennai?

April is a fair shoulder-season month in Chennai — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.4/10. The best months are January–February.

Chennai weather in April

April is a fair shoulder-season month in Chennai — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Expect highs around 34°C, lows near 26°C, and about 2.7 days with rain.

5.4 · Fairtravel score for April

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Avg high

34°C

Avg low

26°C

Rainfall

10 mm

Rain days

2.7

Sunshine

11.6 h/day

Daylight

12.3 h

What to pack for Chennai in April

light, breathable clothing
sun protection (hat, SPF 50)

Humidity averages 76%; max daily wind around 22 km/h.

How April compares

Best months in Chennai: January–February. See the full best time to visit Chennai guide.

Chennai in April: the details

In April, Chennai sees average daytime highs of 34°C (92°F) and overnight lows of 26°C (80°F). Rainfall totals roughly 10 mm across 2.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.6 hours per day with 12.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 76%.

These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Chennai, India (13.09, 80.28) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.

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