At a glance
| Metric | Bengaluru | Chennai |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 36°C |
| Coldest month low | 16°C | 22°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1123 mm | 1447 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 9.5 h/day | 9.9 h/day |
| Best months | December–January | January–February |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Bengaluru | Chennai | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Bengaluru |
| February | 8.9 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Bengaluru |
| March | 6.4 · Fair | 7.1 · Good | Chennai |
| April | 5.0 · Fair | 5.4 · Fair | Chennai |
| May | 4.9 · Poor | 3.4 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| June | 5.5 · Fair | 2.2 · Challenging | Bengaluru |
| July | 6.3 · Fair | 2.0 · Challenging | Bengaluru |
| August | 6.4 · Fair | 2.2 · Challenging | Bengaluru |
| September | 6.4 · Fair | 2.6 · Challenging | Bengaluru |
| October | 6.7 · Fair | 3.9 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| November | 8.4 · Good | 5.3 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| December | 9.9 · Excellent | 6.8 · Fair | Bengaluru |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Bengaluru or Chennai?
Bengaluru has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 2 for Chennai — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Bengaluru?
The best months to visit Bengaluru are December–January, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Chennai?
The best months to visit Chennai are January–February, based on six years of climate data.
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