Chennai Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms and a 'Satisfactory' AQI—Details Inside

Chennai: As the winter season begins, the city is experiencing a mix of weather conditions, including cloudy skies on some days and incessant showers on others. With heavy rain hitting the city over the past few hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms with rain on Sunday.Today, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is forecast to be 25 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity oscillated between 92 percent and 94 percent.

Chennai Weekly Weather ForecastResidents of Chennai can expect varied weather conditions this week, including rain and clear skies, and can plan accordingly. On November 17 and November 18, thunderstorms with rain are predicted. The maximum temperature is expected to be 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to remain at 25 degrees Celsius. On November 19 and November 20, the city is expected to witness partly cloudy skies, with a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius. Finally, on November 21 and November 22, Chennai is predicted to receive rain again, with maximum and minimum temperatures of 33 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius, respectively. Chennai's Air Quality IndexThe Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 53, classified as "Satisfactory," as of 4 PM on November 16, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Key areas reported varying AQI levels as of 7 AM on November 17: Alandur Bus Depot: AQI of 168 ("Moderate") Arumbakkam: AQI of 97 ("Satisfactory") Kodungaiyur: AQI of 70 ("Satisfactory") Manali: AQI of 119 ("Moderate") Perungudi: AQI of 79 ("Satisfactory") Royapuram: AQI of 77 ("Satisfactory") Velachery Residential Areas: AQI of 68 ("Satisfactory")