Chennai: The city woke up at 05: 45 AM and the sun is likely to set at 6: 26 PM on Friday, May 9, 2025. Today, the minimum and maximum temperatures are likely to be around 28 degrees Celsius and 33 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 77 per cent and the wind is expected to blow steadily from the South at 18 km/h.
Rainfall is predicted in these regions of Tamil Nadu
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), light to moderate rainfall is predicted in many parts of Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, the temperatures are also likely to fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius. The rainfall is predicted in Nagapattinam, Ramanathapuram, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Madurai, and Karaikal districts of Tamil Nadu. The weather department said that it could lead to waterlogging situations, slippery roads, and traffic congestion in some regions.
Why is Tamil Nadu experiencing rainfall?
Tamil Nadu is experiencing rainfall due to the Northeast Monsoon, which is characterised by winds blowing from the northeast towards the southern Indian peninsula. These winds pick up moisture from the Bay of Bengal as they move inland, they bring rain to the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu. The eastern coast of India, including Tamil Nadu, is positioned to receive rainfall from the Northeast Monsoon as the winds blow from the sea to the land.
Weather forecast for May 10
The city is expected to wake up at 5:45 AM with mostly cloudy skies on Saturday, May, 10, 2025. The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to be around 29 degrees Celsius and 33 degrees Celsius, respectively. The humidity is expected to be around 77 per cent.
