Chennai: City Swelters Under High Humidity, Temperature To Remain Above 35 Degrees

Chennai: The city may not be witnessing heatwave conditions like some interior districts, but it may continue to swelter under high humidity. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), daytime temperatures of 36–37 degrees Celsius with up to 80 per cent humidity are forecasted for the city and suburbs.

Bloggers have indicated that heatwave conditions in some neighbouring districts and interior parts of Tamil Nadu may worsen in May.

Over the past few days, temperatures in both Nungambakkam and Meenambakkam have hovered between 35 degrees Celsius and 38 degrees Celsius . However, the seabreeze, which typically moderates temperatures, has pushed humidity levels to around 70 per cent.

An IMD bulletin issued on Saturday stated that for the next 48 hours, maximum temperatures in the city and surrounding areas could reach around 36–37 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures may hover around 27–28 degrees Celsius. Additionally, humidity levels are expected to range from 50–80 per cent over the coastal areas until May 1.

Heatwave conditions may persist over pockets of north interior Tamil Nadu, with temperatures expected to be 3-5 degrees Celsius above normal until May 1. Additionally, humidity levels may range between 40–75 per cent over the plains of interior districts, as per a TOI report.

Chennai's Weather During Upcoming Days

The maximum temperature is expected to be around 36-37 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature will hover around 29 degrees Celsius over the week, as per IMD forecast for Chennai-Nungambakkam.