University of Madras Weather

Weather and Climate at UoM

The University of Madras, located in Chennai, experiences a tropical wet and dry climate. The city has three main seasons:

• Summer (March to June): Temperatures range from 24°C to 40°C, with hot and humid conditions.
• Southwest Monsoon (June to September): This period sees heavy rainfall, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 35°C.
• Northeast Monsoon (October to December): Chennai receives the majority of its annual rainfall during this time, with temperatures between 20°C to 30°C.
• Winter (January to February): Cooler and more comfortable, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 28°C.

The weather can impact commuting and campus life, especially during the monsoon seasons when flooding can occur. Outdoor research activities may need to be planned around these weather patterns.