May · India
Best time to visit Chennai in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
9.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 31°C
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Sunny days
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Chennai scores 9.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 31°C, 59 mm of rain, and roughly 25 sunny days this month.
Chennai rewards coastal days in India most clearly through the drier months outside peak monsoon.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chennai in May?
- In May, Chennai averages 31°C, 59 mm of rain, and about 25 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Chennai?
- May earns a 9.2/10 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 May?
- Expect about 59 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 25 sunny days.
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