Chennai Weather Today August 16: Overcast Skies, 29.9°C and Drizzle Through the Day — IMD Update
Chennai wakes up to overcast conditions at 29.9°C on Sunday August 16, with IMD forecasting moderate drizzle throughout the day, temperatures between 28°C and 36°C and continued Bay of Bengal monsoon activity.
Why this matters to Tamil Nadu
Daily weather information directly affects how millions of Chennai residents plan their day — whether to carry an umbrella, whether to let children play outdoors, whether to schedule outdoor activities. For TNSTC passengers returning from the Independence Day weekend, weather conditions on approach roads and at terminals affect travel planning. For farmers across Tamil Nadu checking monsoon progress, today's overcast Chennai weather is a data point in the larger monsoon picture affecting their crop decisions. Staying informed about weather keeps residents safe and better prepared.
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