Best Time to Visit Chennai

Chennai in Summers (March- May)

Temperature in Summer: 25°C to 42°C

Tip: Do not forget to carry an umbrella in the summertime in Chennai and stay hydrated. These are two important things that you should keep in your mind.

Things to do in Summer in Chennai

• Stroll in the early morning or late evening on Marina Beach, Elliot Beach, or Basant Nagar Beach
• Get a unique experience of watching a movie at the Prarthana Beach Drive-in Theatre
• Embark on the night safari trip at Crocodile Bank
• Beat the heat with a water park adventure at MGM Dizzee World.
• Enjoy shopping in the air-conditioned shopping malls
• Plan a trip to the nearby hill station of Chennai-Horsley Hills, Yelagiri, and Yercaud.
• Enjoy a late-evening cultural show at Kalakshetra
• Go shopping or catch a movie at the air-conditioned shopping malls.
  

Festivals in Summer

• Arubathimoovar Festival (March-April)
• Chithirai Festival (April)
• Tamil Nadu Purappa (Mid-April)
• Summer Festivals(Summertime)

Chennai experiences very hot and humid weather during the summer season. The days are too hot and heat is almost unbearable. Gentle breeze flows in the evening. Tourists can enjoy sightseeing at Marina Beach and Besant Nagar Beach. Also, you can shop at the Chennai Malls such as The City Center, Gold Mall and Spencer Plaza.
 

Chennai in Monsoons (June- August)

Temperature in Monsoon: 23°C to 33°C

Tip: Visit rain-washed areas in monsoon time to get perfect sightseeing with PETRICHOR!

Things to do in Monsoon in Chennai

• Visit picturesque waterfalls near Chennai-Tada and Talakona
• Explore some famous attractions like Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Pondicherry
• Get blessings from temples of Chennai-Kapaleeswarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Kalikambal Temple, etc.
• Pay a visit to beautiful churches of Chennai – Armenian Church, Mary’s Church, Velankanni Church, etc.
• Enjoy indoor fun games at Fun City like Pool Gaming and Bowling
• Explore the museums of Chennai-Government Museum, Fort Museum, and Vintage Camera Museum.
• Relish the combination of coffee and rain at some of the best restaurants in Chennai.
   

Festivals in Monsoon

• Hindu Metroplus Theatre Fest (around August)
• Aadi Festival (August)
• Saral Vizha (August)
• Deepawali (October-November)
• Kanthuri Festival (July-August)
• Velankanni Festival (September-October)
• Navarathri (September-October)

Chennai welcomes the monsoon season in June and it lasts till August. The place receives heavy rainfall during the season. The rains bring in some relief after the hot summers. Enjoy the season with sightseeing at attractions such as San Thome Church, Dakshinachitra, Birla Planetarium, Jagannath Temple and Kalikambal Temple.
 

Chennai in Winters (November- February)

Temperature in Winter: 19°C to 27°C

Tip: Winter is the ideal month for visiting Chennai, So it is better to start early and research well before heading to any place.

Things to do in Winter in Chennai

• Enjoy picnic time around Chennai at Poonga, Muttukadu Lake, Covelong, and Semmozhi.
• Spend some time around the lakes of Chennai- Chembarambakkam Lake, Puzhal Lake, and Korattur Lake.
• Explore tourist places of Chennai
• Visit the tremendous forts of Chennai- Vellore Fort, St. George, and Fort Geldria.
• Taste the cuisine of Chennai
• Enjoy fishing at Barracuda Bay
• Please your adventurous soul by indulging in surfing, obstacle courses, and scuba diving.
• Observe the wildlife and nature at the Guindy National Park or Arignar Anna Zoological Park
  

Festivals in Winter

• Pongal (January)
• Karthikai Deepam (November-December)
• Tourist Flair (January)
• Sivarathri( February-March)
• Margazhi Festival of Dance and Music December-January)
• Natyanjali Dance Festival (February-March)

The winter season begins with the coming of November and it ends with February. The temperature during this time ranges between 19°C and 27°C. The weather remains warm and pleasant during this season which is perfect for sightseeing. Seek blessings at Devi Karumariamman Temple, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple and Mangadu Kamakshi Temple. You can also enjoy fun activities at the Kishkinta Theme Park.