Chennai and neighbouring areas to get light to moderate rains over the weekend

Published 5/23/2026, 9:06:33 AM · Updated 5/23/2026, 9:12:06 AMBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team

Key points

After a hot Friday (May 22, 2026) in Chennai, with Meenambakkam touching 40.8 degree Celsius and Nungambakkam recording 39.8 degree Celsius, the city woke up to a cool morning on Saturday (May 23), thanks to the early onset of the moisture-bearing Easterlies.
According to V.R.
Durai, Director, Regional Weather Forecasting Centre, though places such as Tiruttani, Ranipet, and Arani in Tiruvannamalai experienced rainfall on Friday, Chennai did not get any due to weak easterly winds.
The Northwesterly winds from Rayalaseema, which were bringing the heat, were stronger, blocking the Easterlies.
“The heat will come down this weekend due to this,” he said.

Published May 23, 2026.

Quick Summary

After a hot Friday (May 22, 2026) in Chennai, with Meenambakkam touching 40.8 degree Celsius and Nungambakkam recording 39.8 degree Celsius, the city woke up

Why It Matters

This development is important because it may impact public opinion, policy decisions, and future developments related to Chennai and neighbouring areas to get light to moderate rain.

Key Takeaways

After a hot Friday (May 22, 2026) in Chennai, with Meenambakkam touching 40.8 degree Celsius and Nungambakkam recording 39.8 degree Celsius, the city woke up to a cool morning on Saturday (May 23), thanks to the early onset of the moisture-bearing Easterlies.
Durai, Director, Regional Weather Forecasting Centre, though places such as Tiruttani, Ranipet, and Arani in Tiruvannamalai experienced rainfall on Friday, Chennai did not get any due to weak easterly winds.
The Northwesterly winds from Rayalaseema, which were bringing the heat, were stronger, blocking the Easterlies.
“The heat will come down this weekend due to this,” he said.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has also issued a Nowcast bulletin valid till 1 p.m.

📌 Source: The Hindu

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