February · India
Best time to visit Chennai in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chennai in February
Average temperature 26°C, 1 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Chennai scores 9.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chennai strings Tamil temples, colonial churches and a long Marina beach along the Bay of Bengal.
February in Chennai — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
With 26°C (78°F) on average, February delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Chennai at 9.8/10 (3rd of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chennai in February?
- In February, Chennai averages 26°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Chennai?
- February earns a 9.8/10 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 February?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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