What November feels like in Chennai
November falls in Chennai's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay warm and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Chennai in November
November is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 16 mm (0.6 in) on an average rainy day. That is heavier than Chennai's usual 9.2 mm per rainy day across the year. November is Chennai's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 6:08 am and sets around 5:40 pm local time, giving 11 h 32 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 20 min less daylight than mid-October. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. The sun is out for roughly 74% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Chennai's temperature order, November sits as the 3rd coolest month. Compared with October, afternoons are 2.3°C (4.1°F) cooler, with 75 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into December. By December, typical highs are 27.7°C (81.9°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Chennai in November
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Chennai in November?
Expect around 28.6°C (83.5°F) in the afternoon and 23.7°C (74.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Chennai in November?
Yes, fairly — rain falls most days and totals about 288 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Chennai in November?
The numbers point to rain protection and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is November or December better for visiting Chennai?
December scores better on our climate ranking (#6 of 12 vs #8), rated Good against Fair. December has fewer rainy days.