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Best Time to Visit

Chennai is situated on the south east coast of India and lies in the tropical zone of climate. As a result, it mostly experiences hot and humid weather. However, it receives ample rainfall and therefore has a pleasant climate throughout the year. The best time to visit Madras city is from November to February i.e. during the winter months. During this time, the weather is very enjoyable for the tourists as well as the residents. It even receives rain during the winters, which is very pleasurable for a trip.

So, it is advised you to carry an umbrella handy. Moreover, the cool breeze from the sea provides respite from the otherwise warm weather. The temperature during the peak season never falls below 20 deg C, so there is not much requirement of heavy woolen clothes. Therefore, the ideal time to visit Madras is during the winter months, giving you ample opportunity to enjoy the place wholly. So, come and explore the city at its best amidst the cool and pleasurable weather of winter season.

Chennai, the capital of TamilNadu is the fourth largest metro in the country (India). This place is less polluted compared to its counter parts. It has one of the longest coastlines.

The temperature in Chennai is always hot, hotter or hottest. Though it does rain at times. During summer the temperature is usually around 35c to 42c in the day time and drops to around 25c in the night.

During winter the temperature is around 28c to 32c in the day time and drops to around 20c in the night.

The best time to visit chennai is between October to March

The weather in Chennai remains hot and humid throughout the year. The best time to visit the city is from November to March.

The Gateway To The South

Chennai, previously known as Madras, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. India's fourth largest metropolitan city, Chennai is considered as the gateway to the south. The city was the site of first important settlement of the East India Company, founded in 1939. The British built a small fort in 1944 and a town known as Georgetown. The 368-year-old city, renowned for its cultural heritage and temple architecture, is now a major commercial and industrial centre of South India. Chennai is quite different from North India in life style, people, habits, customs, costumes, music, dance and art. The city presents a harmonious blend of the old and the modern. The gracious city boasts of clear sky, long sandy beaches, beautifully laid out gardens and parks, historic landmarks, temples, churches, mosques and several other attractions. In fact, all the tourist infrastructural facilities together make Chennai an ideal gateway to start a tour of South India.