Chennai Weather: City To Experience Light Rainfall On Sunday 29; IMD Predicts Yellow Alert

Chennai: The capital city is known as the Gateway to South India, usually experiences hot and humid weather conditions during the summer and early monsoon months. On June 29, 2025, the city's weather is expected to remain warm and humid, with occasional chances of rain due to the ongoing Southwest Monsoon influence.

The maximum temperature on June 29 is likely to hover around 34°C, while the minimum temperature may stay close to 28°C. The day may start with relatively clear skies, but cloud cover could increase as the day progresses.

Today's weather

The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) has predicted rainfall to continue over Tamil Nadu. The city may experience thunderstorms and gusty winds of speed reaching 30-40 kmph. Rainfall is likely to be heavy in various districts, including Western Ghats, until the weekend. The skies are expected to be cloudy and it will remain the same throughout the day.

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— IMD-Tamilnadu Weather (@ChennaiRmc) June 28, 2025

Rainfall is predicted in these regions

The Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) has issued rainfall in Chennai, Ranipet, Puducherry, Tiruvallur, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tenkasi, Dindigul, Theni, Thoothukudi, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Sivaganga, Chengalpattu, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Ramanathapuram, Namakkal, Tirunelveli, Tiruppur, and Kanniyakumari, Madurai and Virudhunagar districts of Tamil Nadu.

Cyclonic circulation is influencing the rainfall

The rainfall is likely due to a cyclonic circulation over the Southeast Bay of Bengal and the adjoining South Andaman Sea. The weather department also stated that, apart from Tamil Nadu, rainfall is likely to occur in other states, including Odisha, Karnataka, West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Telangana.

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Weather tips

If you're planning to go outdoors, it's advisable to stay hydrated and wear light, breathable clothing. Keeping an umbrella handy could help in case of sudden rain spells. It's also a good idea to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours when the heat and humidity are at their highest.