Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India in January

January29°C average high

January is cooler than the yearly average, which can make sightseeing feel gentler than in hotter months.

Warmest monthsMay to June

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

January21mm average rain

January is one of Chennai's driest months, making outdoor days easier to plan than in wetter parts of the year.

Driest monthsJanuary to July

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

January8.5 hours average sun

January is brighter than Chennai's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.

Brightest monthsJanuary to May

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

January27°C average sea

January is one of the cooler sea months locally, though the water still averages warm enough for most swimmers.

Warmest seaMarch to November

Sea temperatures are usually near 28°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

January88 weather score

January is one of Chennai's best weather-score months, combining the strongest overall balance in the yearly averages.

Best weather monthsJanuary to March

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.