Chennai Weather Update Today: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the day will be on the warmer side with temperatures reaching a high of 30°C and dipping to a cooler 24°C at night. A word of caution, though – the air quality isn’t at its best today, with an AQI reading of 112. It’s going to be a cloudy day with some light showers. Be prepared, as IMD has sounded a Yellow alert today for thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls.
Chennai Weather Update Today
Curious about the day’s finer details? Check out the essential timings and weekly forecast right below:
- 🌅 Sunrise: 06:29 AM
- 🌄 Sunset: 05:51 PM
- 🌙 Moonrise: 03:59 AM
- 🌑 Moonset: 03:31 PM
Chennai’s Weather Stats – Tamil Nadu
- Yesterday’s Peak Temperature: 30°C, which is a slight dip of 0.7°C below the usual.
- Todays’ Chill: 24°C
- No rain was recorded in the last day.
Chennai’s Air Quality Status – Tamil Nadu
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 112 flags a cautionary note for sensitive folks, classified as “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups“. The main culprit here is PM2.5.
While most people won’t notice any issues, individuals in sensitive groups should be aware of possible health effects.
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Upcoming Week’s Weather and Air Quality Forecast for Chennai – Tamil Nadu
| Date | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) | Weather | AQI (PM2.5) | AQI Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-28 | 30.0 | 24.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain | 112 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2024-12-29 | 31.0 | 24.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain | 88 | Moderate |
| 2024-12-30 | 31.0 | 23.0 | Partly cloudy sky | 90 | Moderate |
| 2024-12-31 | 31.0 | 23.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain | 108 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-01 | 31.0 | 23.0 | Rain | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| 2025-01-02 | 31.0 | 23.0 | Rain | 138 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
Alerts and Warnings for Chennai – Tamil Nadu
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-28 | Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc | Yellow alert |
| 2024-12-29 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2024-12-30 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2024-12-31 | No Warning | No alert |
| 2025-01-01 | No Warning | No alert |
Other Cities
| City | Min | Max | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 12.0 | 16.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain |
| Kolkata | 16.0 | 27.0 | Partly cloudy sky |
| Chennai | 24.0 | 30.0 | Generally cloudy sky with Light rain |
| Bengaluru | 19.0 | 24.0 | Mist |
Chennai – Tamil Nadu Weather: FAQs
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.
Abbreviations
- IMD: Indian Meteorological Department
- AQI: Air Quality Index
- PM2.5: Particulate Matter (2.5 micrometers)
Stay informed and plan your week accordingly!
