Question 1

Is Chennai safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Chennai, India “some risk”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Chennai in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Chennai averages about 29°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Chennai is warmest in May and driest in Mar; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	25	26	28	31	33	32	31	30	30	28	26	25
Sea °C	26	27	28	29	29	29	29	29	29	29	28	27
Rain (days)	23	8	4	12	47	56	103	138	125	248	255	142

Chennai, India

Climate by month