August · India
Best time to visit Chennai in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chennai in August
Average temperature 29°C, 192 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 192 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Chennai scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 192 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chennai strings Tamil temples, colonial churches and a long Marina beach along the Bay of Bengal.
August in Chennai — middling scores, decent value
August averages 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 77%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 192 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.9/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chennai in August?
- In August, Chennai averages 29°C, 192 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Chennai?
- August earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chennai in August?
- Expect about 192 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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