Chennai Weather Update: Moderate To Heavy Rainfall Is Expected In These Regions Of IMD; Check More Details

Chennai: The city woke up at 05: 44 AM and the sun is likely to set at 6: 26 PM on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Today, the minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to be around 30 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 73 per cent, and the wind is expected to blow steadily from the South at 19 km/h.

Rainfall is predicted in these regions of Tamil Nadu

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), light to moderate rainfall is predicted in many parts of Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, the temperatures are also likely to fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius. The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) predicted that moderate to heavy rain is expected in five districts of Tamil Nadu on May 14 due to a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Bay of Bengal and the adjoining South Andaman Sea.

What is influencing rainfall in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu is experiencing rainfall due to the Northeast Monsoon, which is characterised by winds blowing from the northeast towards the southern Indian peninsula. These winds pick up moisture from the Bay of Bengal as they move inland, and they bring rain to the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu. The eastern coast of India, including Tamil Nadu, is positioned to receive rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon as the winds blow from the sea to the land.

Weather forecast for May 12

The city is expected to wake up at 5:44 AM with mostly cloudy skies on Monday, May 12, 2025. The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to be around 29 degrees Celsius and 36 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 68 per cent.